About the role#
HaloBraid is developing a robotic hair-braiding system to assist professional stylists. As a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op for the Winter 2027 term, you will work on our engineering team to develop complex technology, product sub-assemblies, and test rigs. This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Cambridge, Massachusetts lab.
What you'll do#
- Build, test, and iterate using rapid prototyping technologies.
- Solve engineering problems through hands-on work.
- Validate designs using hand calculations, computer simulations, and lab-based testing.
- Conduct user testing and bring customer feedback into the design process.
- Perform design iteration and troubleshooting.
What you'll need#
- At least one semester remaining in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Proficiency with rapid prototyping methods like 3D printing or CNC.
- Mechanical intuition and design intelligence.
- Creative problem solving skills and strong attention to detail.
- A willingness to learn from failure.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: US work authorization is required.
About HaloBraid
HaloBraid operates in the personal care product manufacturing sector. The company builds a robotic hair-braiding system that uses computer vision and mechatronics. This technology aims to shorten the time required for hair braiding. It is a privately held firm based in Boston. The team consists of 2 to 10 employees and was founded in 2024.
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