Founded in 2011 by graduates of MIT and RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), RISE™Robotics is a high-growth technology company backed by The Engine, a Touch Tech venture capital fund built by MIT, Greentown Labs, and Techstars. RISE™Robotics is leading the way to Zero Emission heavy machinery by providing the world’s most efficient and productive alternative to hydraulics. To support the growth and success of the RISE team and technology, we are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer.

At this pivotal point in company growth, RISE is looking for a passionate and team-oriented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join us in shaping the future of heavy duty linear actuation and heavy machinery. Your end-to-end engagement will include product development from concept through detailed design and prototype testing to progress new projects through the engineering lifecycle. You will play a key role in launching the next generation RISE hardware, from demonstration proof of concepts through product design. This position will be onsite 3-4 days/week in our Somerville office.

In This Role You Will:

• Develop proof of concept demonstration systems from requirements definition, concept design, engineering, analysis, through prototype testing and product demonstration stages prior to detailed engineering handoff
• Progress mechanical systems through design gates via trade off studies, analysis, and design reviews
• Direct activities to solve complex design and manufacturing challenges; support cost reduction and yield improvement efforts; and invent and commercialize new technologies
• Plan and perform statistical analyses to characterize process and design interactions
• Generate best practices guidelines and documentation to enable efficiencies in future hardware development and launch activities
• Drive clear and accurate communications and recommendations to peers and senior management by distilling complex technical challenges, outlining options, and providing supporting data
• Travel to domestic OEM partners, with small potential for overseas travel