Mechanical Engineer II (Continuous Improvement)

Whoop
Boston
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 110,000 - 150,000 annuallyFunction: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing EngineeringExperience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Cross-functional collaboration","Technical judgment","Risk management","Problem-solving"]

Design and improve current-generation hardware for WHOOP, sustaining manufacturing yields and stability through customer feedback and evolving needs. Own critical mechanical components from concept through manufacturing release, including CAD design/prototyping, documentation (3D/2D, BOMs, ECOs), and vendor/DfM reviews. Drive second-sourcing to reduce risk, support verification/validation using DOE, and perform root-cause analysis to enhance quality and performance.

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Mechanical Engineer II (Continuous Improvement)

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Job Summary

Design and improve current-generation hardware for WHOOP, sustaining manufacturing yields and stability through customer feedback and evolving needs. Own critical mechanical components from concept through manufacturing release, including CAD design/prototyping, documentation (3D/2D, BOMs, ECOs), and vendor/DfM reviews. Drive second-sourcing to reduce risk, support verification/validation using DOE, and perform root-cause analysis to enhance quality and performance.
Location: Boston
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Own critical parts of current-generation WHOOP hardware products.
  • •Design, prototype, and test complex mechanical components from concept through manufacturing release.
  • •Develop and document design solutions, including technical documentation (3D files, 2D drawings, BOMs, ECOs).
  • •Conduct DfM/vendor requests and support verification and validation plans using DOE methodologies.
  • •Drive continuous improvements via root-cause analysis and support second sourcing initiatives.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 110,000 - 150,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • •3+ years designing complex mechanical products, preferably for consumer electronics, wearables, or medical devices.
  • •SolidWorks CAD best practices, including advanced assemblies, tolerance analysis, configuration management, and DFx/DfM feedback.
  • •Experience with second sourcing, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation strategies in manufacturing.
  • •Hands-on rapid prototyping experience and strong cross-functional communication with external partners.
Experience:3+ yearsConsumer electronicsWearablesMedical devicesRapid prototypingHigh-volume manufacturing
Education:Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
Skills:CommunicationCross-functional collaborationTechnical judgmentRisk managementProblem-solving
Tech Stack:SolidWorks3D files2D drawingsBOMEngineering Change Orders (ECO)DOEDesign for Manufacturability (DfM)DfM reviewsTolerance analysis

Company Brief

Whoop
Whoop designs and sells a subscription-based wearable fitness tracker and analytics platform that monitors recovery, strain, and sleep to optimize athletic performance and daily health for consumers and professional athletes.
Industry: Wearables
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: Boston, United States
Founded: 2012
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