Boston Materials

Advanced Materials

PrincipalMechanicalEngineer,ProcessEquipment

$160–190k Billerica, Massachusetts, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Mechanical Engineer, Process Equipment at Boston Materials. Skills: Process Equipment Design, Automation, Machine Design. Design production-grade equipment. Build production-grade equipment”

Industry & Context.

Advanced Materials
Problems you'll solve

Problem solving

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

8+ years designing capital equipment, Proven track developing first-of-kind equipment, Hands-on experience with FAT, SAT, equipment qualification, Proven ability to build, test, troubleshoot assemblies, Working knowledge of 5S principles, Working knowledge of design review processes, Working knowledge of hazard analysis, Working knowledge of engineering controls, Proficiency with CNC machining, Proficiency with hand tools, Proficiency with power tools

Nice to Have

SolidWorks preferred, PDM system experience preferred

What You'll Do.

Design production-grade equipment

Build production-grade equipment

Commission production-grade equipment

Automate novel manufacturing processes

Design mechanical machinery

Design mechanical components

Requisition mechanical machinery

Requisition mechanical components

Integrate safety systems

Integrate data acquisition

Integrate health monitoring

Collaborate on solutions

Iterate to meet requirements

Ensure on-time delivery

Resolve timeline risks

Downselect subsystems

Downselect components

Design pilot-scale equipment

Launch pilot-scale equipment

Respond to feature requests

Improve workflow efficiency

Exemplify high standards of safety

Exemplify high standards of organization

Exemplify high standards of communication

Exemplify high standards of documentation

Mentor mechanical engineers

Oversee work of mechanical engineers

Mentor assembly technicians

Oversee work of assembly technicians

Resolve electrical issues

Resolve mechanical issues

Collaborate with tech support

Purchase necessary parts

Purchase necessary equipment

Assist in general machining tasks

Work effectively in startup setting

Continuously seek to improve processes

Continuously seek to improve methods

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaboration with design; Collaboration with test

Communication Scope

Communication

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

## Description Boston Materials produces advanced materials with enhanced energy transfer properties using its patented Z-axis Carbon Fiber technology.  The Company's products solve critical performance bottlenecks in applications spanning thermal, electrical, and structural use cases.  Its breakthrough Liquid Metal ZRT thermal interface material is designed to solve thermal chokepoints that are facing the next generation of AI and HPC silicon.  For more information, visit https://www.bomaterials.com/     THE OPPORTUNITY A career-defining opportunity rarely offers all of the following:   Direct connection to the mission.  Gain a clear understanding of the business and see how your work directly shapes outcomes. With no unnecessary layers, silos, or bureaucracy, every team member contributes meaningfully to the company's success and has the responsibility to drive real impact.    Growth beyond a single role.  At Boston Materials, you are not defined by your past experience or limited by a job description. Working alongside leading experts in the field, you will take on new challenges, broaden your expertise, develop new capabilities, and take ownership of projects that matter – while contributing to the broader success of the organization.    Work on problems that matter.  Help solve some of the most pressing challenges in the Advanced Semiconductor, AI Infrastructure, and Advanced Materials industries.  Boston Materials offers a rare combination of purpose, autonomy, and impact. We invite you to join us.  The Role Boston Materials is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Principal Equipment Engineer to lead the design, build, and commissioning of specialized production equipment used to manufacture our advanced materials. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of mechanical design, automation, and process engineering. You will be responsible for delivering highly automated, instrumented, and reliable custom machines that enable Boston Mat

Free ATS check

Applying for this Principal Mechanical Engineer, Process Equipment role?

Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.

How to Apply on Lever

  • Lever uses a streamlined one-page form — apply in under 5 minutes.
  • LinkedIn import works well; review parsed data before submitting.
  • The cover letter field is optional but visible to reviewers — use it to differentiate.
  • Referral codes from employees can significantly boost visibility of your application.

ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED

What do employees actually say about Boston Materials?

Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.

Read Company Rants →