# Hardware Exploratory

**Company:** [OpenAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/openai)
**Location:** Unspecified
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 6+ years
**Skills:** Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Consumer Hardware, Consumer Electronics, Design For Manufacturability, Design For Assembly, Root Cause Analysis, Mass Production, Prototype Validation
**Posted:** 2026-09-02

> Designs, prototypes, validates, and integrates mechanical and electrical subsystems for next-generation AI consumer devices through mass production. The role requires 6+ years of consumer hardware experience and a track record of launching products at scale.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design, prototype, and validate mechanical and electrical subsystems from early development through mass production.
- Collaborate with design, operations, and manufacturing teams to ensure quality, reliability, and scalability.
- Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) reviews, design iterations, and bring-up of prototype and pilot builds.
- Debug complex system-level issues and lead root-cause investigations and resolutions.
- Partner with global suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure execution from concept to launch.

## Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in consumer hardware, consumer electronics, or advanced product development.
- Deep technical fluency in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering; cross-disciplinary experience is a plus.
- Experience taking at least one consumer product from concept to mass production.
- Hands-on problem-solving experience in fast-paced environments.
- Strong collaboration skills and attention to craftsmanship and user experience.

## Benefits
- Hybrid work model with four days per week in the office.
- Relocation support for new employees.
- Occasional travel to manufacturing partners may be required.

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