Mechanical Engineer - Product Development at Clean Crop Technologies, Inc.

We are Clean Crop Technologies, a fast-paced startup in Holyoke, MA, that uses cold plasma to remove pathogens from seeds before planting, boosting yields and food safety for the agriculture industry.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Product Development team to design, machine, 3D print, and assemble mechanical components for prototype and production equipment.
• Lead the design and integration of critical subassemblies such as material handling, thermal management, plasma treatment, and process control systems.
• Manage the mechanical side of internal and external equipment builds, including BOM development, vendor coordination, and procurement.
• Support assembly, commissioning, debugging, and site acceptance testing of production equipment.
• Develop technical documentation to assist Operations and Business Development teams.
• Plan and run independent research projects focused on subassembly optimization and new product ideas.
• Design and perform analytical and instrumented testing of prototypes and hardware.
• Create test procedures that confirm device functionality and process requirements.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and continuously improving workshop and fabrication space.

Must-haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated project-lead capabilities.
• Strong proficiency in CAD/CAM software such as Inventor, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experience designing, manufacturing, and testing mechanical systems, plus solid problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with document, spreadsheet, and presentation tools (MS Office or Google Workspace) and able to communicate technical information clearly to peers and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while remaining goal-oriented and collaborative.
• English fluency.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with electrical, electro-mechanical, or control subsystems.
• Familiarity with 3D printing and prototyping workflows.
• Background in vendor management and technical documentation.

Benefits

• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off, including three weeks PTO plus additional time based on tenure and 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Professional development opportunities