Principal Mechanical Engineer

ABOUT US

HaloBraid is a cutting-edge hair technology company that uses breakthrough AI-powered engineering to help people perform beauty routines faster. We believe in healthier, happier hair for all, and we’re cultivating a culture of collaboration and scientific excellence to revolutionise the haircare industry. Our first product is an AI-powered hair braiding robot that empowers stylists to reduce braiding time from hours to minutes.

We’re a small and diverse team of passionate serial entrepreneurs and engineers with experience bringing successful products to market at Apple, Amazon Robotics, Beats Electronics and Rivian. We’re well-funded by incredible investors and building a team of passionate, dynamic self-starters who are driven by innovation and care for the end customer.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering our innovative hair braiding robot to market as we near the end of R&D. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of hair styling technology, launch a new product suite, mentor junior engineers and have a significant impact on our fast-growing mission-driven startup. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic founding team and collaborate across Mechanical Engineering, Design, and Hardware. This role reports to the CTO.

Requirements

YOU HAVE

• 10+ years experience with CAD (Solidworks preferred). GD&T a plus
• Demonstrated design intelligence, mechanical intuition, creative problem solving, and strong attention to detail
• Created and tested proof-of-concept models and prototypes in the R&D stage
• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) & mass manufacturing methods (injection molding, CNC etc.)
• Experience with gear design and linkages, and moving mechanisms
• Rapid prototyping and manufacturing methods (3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting)
• Experience working with Industrial Design to incorporate user needs, ergonomics, and aesthetics
• Excellent communication skills, an ability to clearly convey design ideas and brainstorm
• Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product, sales, and creative teams
• Adaptable and inventive, you’re able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and problem solve with a no-task-is-too-small attitude

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Experience with consumer electronics, robotics, or hair styling tools, startup experience a plus
• Technical expertise with mechatronics components such as sensors, motors, electromagnets
• Experience with design optimization using FEA/CFD simulation

YOU WILL

• Lead development of complex technology and product sub-assemblies
• Own 3D CAD and design requirements of mechanical systems through product development and launch.
• Take an active role in defining design specifications for a given concept
• Use hand calculations, computer simulation, or lab-based testing to validate designs through the development process.
• Liaise and collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative, scaleable products
• Challenge and develop Halo Braid’s engineering practices to continuously improve design quality.
• Take an active, hands-on role to ensure that all engineering problems are resolved thoroughly.
• Oversee and mentor the technical work of other engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and engineering standards

Benefits

This role will be based in Boston, MA. HaloBraid is a distributed team currently based in Boston, MA at the Harvard Innovation Labs.

This role includes a competitive salary and equity, PTO, medical, vision and dental benefits and parental leave.