Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Engineer III

Mechanical Engineer III – Apex Systems

Role

Summary:

Join our dynamic MTAC (Manufacturing Test) team. Collaborate with a cross‑functional group of test, process, controls, and design engineers to develop cutting‑edge automated and manual test solutions for our robotic systems. Design, prototype, iterate, and deploy solutions that enhance manufacturing quality, accuracy, and speed.
See your solutions make a tangible impact on the business and thrive in a fast‑paced, startup‑like environment as you shape the future of manufacturing.

Pay Range: $42.00/hr – $52.00/hr

Job Details: Duration: 3 months

Location:

Onsite, Westborough, MA
Pay Rate: $42.50 – $52.50/hr

• Work collaboratively with R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to determine design considerations for test equipment.
• Exhibit role‑model engineering analysis and documentation.
• Execute projects from concept to production, covering specifications, design requirements, prototyping, testing, validation, and simplification.
• Validate concepts through engineering modeling, hand calculations, and prototypes.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis of mechanical systems using FEA (Ansys or Solid Works Simulation) and hand calculations.
• Design mechanical subsystems with industrial automation components such as motors, actuators, sensors, and safety systems.
• Create design documentation: requirements, design process, functional specifications, drawings, validation plans/reports, future iterations, compliance, and preventive maintenance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in scoping, designing, and analyzing mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Proficiency in Solid Works; experience with ProE/Creo is a plus.
• Hands‑on rapid prototyping experience (machining, sheet metal, weldments, additive manufacturing).
• Proficiency with PLM software and change management processes.

• Experience designing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electro‑mechanical, or pneumatic systems.
• Excellent technical documentation skills with clear and concise drawings.
• Experience with PLM systems (Oracle Agile, PTC Windchill, Solid Works PDM).
• Knowledge of volume manufacturing processes.

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.

Apex offers medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other insurance options, an employee stock purchase program, a 401(k) plan with company match, health savings account, employee assistance program, and a corporate discount savings program. Professional development includes on‑demand training, certification prep, and access to technical and leadership courses.