Mechanical Design Engineer

Highlights

• Drive mechanical design of robotic systems from concept to scaled deployment.
• Own actuator sizing, kinematics and tightly integrated electromechanical builds.
• Prototype quickly and validate designs with FEA, HALT and environmental testing.

Ideal candidate

Hands-on innovator with deep mechatronics intuition who thrives in fast-moving startups and loves taking complex robotic hardware from concept to scaled production.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience taking hardware products from concept to production with shipped mechanical designs
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience
• Deep understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes including injection molding, die casting, stamping, machining and bonding
• Familiarity with HALT/HASS, FMEA, DOE methodologies and test-to-failure approaches
• Practical understanding of FEA tools and ability to make first-order engineering judgments
• Proven record of mechanically integrating electronics including sensors, PCBs, antennas and batteries in complex assemblies
• Ability to lead design reviews and influence cross-functional teams with clear communication of risks and trade-offs
• Comfort in early-stage, resource-limited startup environments with willingness to move quickly hands-on
• Proficiency in prototyping methods including machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing and injection molding
• Experience building and testing prototypes and analyzing failures to implement improvements