Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
Join a hands-on robotics hardware team designing autonomous systems for industrial environments. You will take mechanical subsystems from concept through working prototype, helping turn robotic systems into practical infrastructure.
What You'll Do
Own mechanical subsystem design from initial sketches through prototyping, testing, and iteration.
Design parts and assemblies in CAD, using calculations and FEA to guide materials, tolerances, and manufacturing choices.
Fabricate and iterate on prototypes using 3D printers, CNC equipment, and shop tools.
Integrate mechanical designs with motors, sensors, electronics, and actuators on robotic arms and mobile platforms.
Work with electrical, software, and robotics teams to deliver complete autonomous systems for deployment.
What We're Looking For
Two to five years of professional experience designing mechanical hardware for 6DOF robot arms or comparable multi-axis robotic systems.
Experience taking physical robot prototypes from concept to working hardware, including mechanisms, joints, drivetrains, or end effectors.
Professional robotics design experience and a track record of shipping hardware on a startup or small, hands-on team.
Proficiency with SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Onshape, or equivalent CAD tools, plus experience with FEA or topology optimization.
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Hands-on fabrication experience with 3D printing, CNC machining, and shop tools, along with experience integrating mechatronic systems.
Ability to own subsystems end to end and make progress in a fast-moving, lightly structured environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $150,000 to $250,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
On-site in San Francisco, California, United States.