Mechanical Engineer (Spring 2027 Co-op)

The role

You will design, build, and test mechanical components including fixtures, workstations, and material handling. You will work in a microfactory environment rotating across multiple active projects.

What you will do

• Design and iterate on mechanical problems like fixtures, workstations, material handling, and tooling.
• Fabricate and assemble prototypes and production hardware using mills, lathes, laser cutters, welders, 3D printers, and standard shop tools.
• Rotate across multiple active workstreams on the ME team.
• Validate designs on the shop floor and troubleshoot issues.
• Produce clear CAD models and basic technical drawings.
• Gain exposure to how mechanical design connects to robotics, automation, and factory operations.

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Solid CAD skills (Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Comfortable and safe operating shop tools and equipment — mills, lathes, laser cutters, welding, 3D printing, hand and power tools
• A fast learner who can pick up new tools, processes, and project context with minimal ramp-up
• Bias toward action
• Strong communicator who works well within a team and can take direction from multiple engineers
• Available for a full-time, semester-length co-op in Billerica, MA this fall

Nice to have

• junior or senior standing preferred
• Prior shop, machine design, or robotics club/competition experience (FSAE, FRC, Baja SAE, etc.)
• Experience with sheet metal, weldments, or basic structural design
• Exposure to manufacturing, construction, or factory automation environments
• Familiarity with GD&T fundamentals

About the company

Reframe Systems is a Physical AI and robotics company that delivers climate-resilient homes and buildings through a vertically integrated delivery model and automated microfactories.