About the role#
This is a full-time co-op position for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. You will work within our team to blend creativity, technology, and sound. This role offers hands-on experience in consumer electronics, allowing you to learn how we transform complex requirements into optimized hardware solutions. You will be part of a cross-functional team and will participate in our 2027 Co-op Program, which includes mentorship, a speaker series, and social activities.
What you'll do#
- Develop mechanical designs using 3D and 2D CAD tools.
- Create components, assemblies, and fixtures to support testing for acoustics, thermal and structural integrity, radio and antenna performance, and industrial design.
- Perform structural and thermal simulations, rapid prototyping, and validation.
- Practice failure analysis, root cause analysis, and iterative design.
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to your work.
- Collect and present technical data to various teams.
- Initiate peer reviews of your designs and contribute to a collaborative environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university with a focus on Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience with 3D modeling tools, preferably Siemens NX or PTC OnShape.
- Ability to work independently and communicate technical information clearly.
- A strong interest in how things are designed and manufactured.
- Hands-on experience with machining or fabrication.
- Familiarity with 2D detail drawing, DFM, DFA, DFMEA, and tolerance analysis.
- A genuine interest in audio, acoustics, or music production.
- Ability to work in a high-security laboratory environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, with a minimum of 4 days per week on-site.
- Term: January 2027 through June 2027.
- Note: This position does not offer relocation or housing assistance. You must be authorized to work for any US employer as we cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role.
About Sonos, Inc.
Sonos, Inc. produces audio equipment and software for home entertainment. Founded in 2002, the company maintains its headquarters in Santa Barbara, California. It operates as a public company with a workforce between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The business focuses on wireless speakers and related digital audio technology.
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