Full-Time

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Continuous Improvement

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Whoop

Whoop

501-1,000 employees

Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights

Healthcare
Consumer Goods

Senior

Boston, MA, USA

Role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. Relocation may be necessary.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • 6+ years of experience in the design, documentation and validation of complex mechanical parts for medium to high volume consumer electronics
  • 4+ years SolidWorks CAD experience with best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, complex configuration management and integrating DFx feedback
  • 2+ years of working with Tier 1 and 2 contract manufacturers in Asia and North America
  • Experience guiding suppliers, product lifecycle management, engineering change orders (ECOs)
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma statistical methods and how to apply them effectively to make design decisions. Ability to utilize statistical methods such as RSS tolerance stack up analysis and CPK process capability.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well within teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate concepts and proposals
  • Familiarity with mechanical design concepts and the manufacture of products utilizing high volume, automated manufacturing processes as well as manual assembly
Responsibilities
  • Execute engineering changes from early design work, risk analysis, through full system validation.
  • Maintain documentation such as bills of material (BOM’s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s).
  • Create 2D drawings and SolidWorks CAD models
  • Communicate engineering changes to vendors and contract manufacturers
  • Generate testing protocols and validation plans, managing testing processes
  • Perform thorough engineering root cause analyses to identify and resolve issues affecting production
  • Complete technical ownership of the current generation product
  • Mentorship, engineering best practices
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time

WHOOP provides a fitness membership centered around the WHOOP Strap 3.0, a wearable device that tracks physiological data like heart rate and sleep patterns. This device offers personalized recommendations to help users optimize their training and recovery, enhancing performance while reducing injury risk. The subscription model includes the device at no extra cost and grants access to a community-focused app for engagement and challenges. WHOOP aims to support users in improving their health and performance through data-driven insights.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$393.7M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

37%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with high-profile athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and collaborations with premium brands like ASSOS elevate WHOOP's brand visibility and credibility.
  • Recognition of WHOOP executives in influential tech lists and the company's expansion into over 56 markets highlight its growth and leadership in the health tech sector.
  • Innovative product developments, such as the WHOOP-integrated cycling shorts, demonstrate WHOOP's commitment to enhancing user experience and performance.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in fitness technology is intense, with numerous players offering similar wearable devices and health insights.
  • Reliance on a subscription-based model may deter potential users who prefer one-time purchases over recurring fees.

What makes Whoop unique

  • WHOOP's subscription-based model, which includes the WHOOP Strap 3.0 at no additional cost, ensures continuous user engagement and a steady revenue stream, unlike competitors who may charge upfront for devices.
  • The integration of advanced physiological data analytics with personalized recommendations sets WHOOP apart in the fitness technology market.
  • WHOOP's strong community engagement features, such as teams and challenges, foster a sense of belonging and competition, enhancing user retention.

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Benefits

Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.

Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.

Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.

Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.

Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.

Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.

Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.

Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!

Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!