Applied Biomechanics Engineer

Job Description:

Summary:
The New York Mets Applied Biomechanics Engineer will assist in the innovation, development, and application of biomechanics-related tools primarily for the Major League team, collaborating with pitching, hitting, and performance departments. The Biomechanics Engineer will work within the Performance Technology team at Citi Field, triaging biomechanics questions from coaches, performance staff, and analytics while aiding in engineering solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of markerless motion capture, wearable sensors, and force plates, with exceptional communication skills to translate technical insights into actionable strategies. Previous experience in a professional sports organization is preferred, with a track record of supporting sustainable biomechanics tools.
 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Triage biomechanics and physics inquiries from Major League performance staff, hitting coaches, pitching coaches, and analytics to provide timely, comprehensible insights.

• Assist in the innovation and development of novel biomechanics algorithms applied to baseball pitching, hitting, and performance assessments using optical motion capture, markerless motion capture, and force plates.  

• Work closely with Sports Science, Scouting, Player Development, Coaching, and Analytics departments to apply biomechanics principles across the organization.  

• Work closely with the Performance Technology team to develop front-end biomechanics reports in hard-copy and web-friendly formats.   

Qualifications:

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technology field.  

• Previous experience working in a clinical, elite sport, or industrial biomechanics lab, consisting of marker-based motion capture equipment, force plates, and EMG.  

• Highly proficient in mathematical techniques of 3D dynamics, inverse dynamics, inverse kinematics, and musculoskeletal modeling.   

• Highly proficient in at least three (3) of the following programming languages: Matlab, C, C++, Python, R, Javascript, SQL  

• Previous experience with scripting biomechanics data visualization reports with large motion capture datasets.  

• Strong communication and presentation skills (graphical, written, and verbal).  

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000

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