Hiring: Mechanical Engineer (OSL Research Engineer) Company: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Location: Woods Hole, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 20:45:01 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Product Data Management, Security Clearance, SolidWorks, Systems Engineering About the job Required Skills: •Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is searching for a highly motivated and enthusiastic •To join the Oceanographic Systems Lab (OSL) within the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department (AOPE). This is a regular full-time, exempt positions, eligible for full benefits. •The internal working title for this position would be Research Engineer. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education and experience •Develops major portions of electronic or mechanical systems with supervision consisting primarily of milestone progress reviews; frequently acts as Project Engineer on major projects •Conducts hardware developments such as new sensor techniques, autonomous battery-powered instrumentation, control systems for manned and robotic submersibles, etc. •Writes complex computer code for use in instrumentation, system modeling, and electronic design •Develops new sampling methods involving complex mechanical, electrical, or electronic instrumentation •Plays a significant role in report writing and proposal preparation and may single-author results Qualifications: •Must be a US Citizen •WHOI accepts applications on a rolling basis •Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure full consideration. While we will continue to review applications until the position is filled, and early applicants may have an advantage in the selection process. •It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Compensation: •$113,650 - $148,216 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!