Lead R&D Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

As part of the R&D team, you will design new products, develop new technologies, and improve existing product lines. You will manage projects of varying complexity and have a significant impact on product cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Your work will directly influence the competitiveness of Waygate’s offerings. You will execute design analysis and evaluations using solid engineering principles while adhering to business standards and program requirements. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams will take designs from ideation through prototyping, refinement, and validation, and you will partner with suppliers to optimize cost and consistency. Complex technical issues will be prioritized and resolved quickly, and you will contribute to innovation by researching new technologies and submitting patents. Design reviews will cover FMEA, manufacturing, reliability, and supplier capability.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸product design
• ▸technology development
• ▸project management
• ▸design analysis
• ▸prototyping
• ▸supplier collaboration

What You Bring

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least three years of New Product Introduction mechanical engineering experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, and be able to add value for customers. Residency near Skaneateles, NY is necessary for this role.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸3 years
• ▸npi
• ▸problem solving
• ▸solidworks
• ▸skaneateles

Benefits

Waygate supports flexible working patterns, offering day‑to‑day or weekly flexibility to help you get the job done. The company values diverse work styles and encourages employees to work in a way that suits them best. This flexibility is part of a broader commitment to employee well‑being. Compensation ranges from $84,000 to $157,000 base salary in New York, with broader ranges depending on location, experience, and skill set. The salary excludes equity, bonuses, and benefits, which are offered separately. Employees are eligible for company‑sponsored health and welfare programs, a 401(k) Thrift Plan, and performance‑based bonuses. • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities • Comprehensive private medical care options • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs • Tailored financial programs • Education assistance • Generous parental leave • Mental health resources • Dependent care • Additional elected or voluntary benefit

Work Environment

Office Full-Time