Senior Mechanical Engineer, WHOOP
Continuous Improvement
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Wearable health and fitness devices
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Wearable health and fitness devices
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To unlock human performance by helping people find their inner potential.
Role
Who you are
- 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
- The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office
What the job involves
- As a Mechanical Engineer on the Continuous Improvement team at WHOOP, you will play a key role in maintaining high production yields and stable manufacturing of our current generation product
- You will contribute to the development of new accessory products for the flagship product and work collaboratively with manufacturing and supply chain teams to launch them
- You will work closely with our suppliers and our contract manufacturer to improve part quality, maintain documentation, perform failure analysis and improve part designs accordingly
- You will work closely with members from Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure a successful production ramp-up
- 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
Our take
WHOOP develops wearable health-tracking devices designed to help athletes optimise their performance. Its technology continuously monitors recovery, sleep, and training hours to fine-tune both individual and team performance. Unlike competitors that primarily track exercise data, WHOOP's holistic approach includes metrics like heart rate variability, which can influence more effective and healthier exercise routines.
By focusing on a subscription model that includes the cost of the physical device, WHOOP differentiates itself from competitors that charge a higher one-time fee for their products. This model provides ongoing value and encourages users to stay engaged with their health data.
WHOOP's comprehensive monitoring of strain and recovery has given it a competitive edge, even as other brands like Fitbit have incorporated similar features. Beyond sports performance, WHOOP has conducted extensive research on predicting premature births, aiming to integrate these findings into their app. This commitment to broader health applications demonstrates WHOOP's dedication to advancing wearable health technology.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Aug 2021
$200m
SERIES F
Oct 2020
$100m
SERIES E
Total funding: $404.8m
Company benefits
- TAKE TIME OFF: Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.
- LIVE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE: Our benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.
- FEEL INVESTED: 401k and stock options to share in the future of WHOOP.
- 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 offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.
- BE ACTIVE: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers, as well as a $500yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.
- BE PRESENT: 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!
Company values
- Our work is grounded in research, design, and privacy
- At WHOOP, the best idea wins
- We have a bias for action
- We operate at the intersection of high intensity and high humility
- Our differences are a source of strength
- We are obsessed with the member experience
Company HQ
West Fens, Boston, MA
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Leadership
Will Ahmed
(CEO)Studied at Harvard. Worked as a Summer Analyst at Allen & Company and at Lindsay Goldberg. Founded Whoop in their final year.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at WHOOP
- Under the umbrella of Inclusivity & Belonging, WHOOP operates a number of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including; Black at WHOOP, WHOOP GOOP (LGBTQ+), Women of WHOOP, Veterans & Military personnel, Adapt (Abled & Disabled Allies Partnering Together), and Wise (Women In Science & Engineering) .
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