Senior Mechanical Engineer
Senior mechanical engineer developing system-level mechatronic architecture for precision robotic manufacturing machines. The role requires 6+ years of machine-building experience, strong robotics and motion-control expertise, and hands-on proficiency in prototyping, analysis, and production-system integration.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Architect and integrate complex robotic hardware systems, including precision actuators, sensors, and electromechanical subsystems.
- Apply additive manufacturing, including 3D printing, and subtractive manufacturing, including milling, grinding, and polishing, to design high-precision manufacturing platforms.
- Lead rapid prototyping of components and conduct structural and thermal analyses.
- Validate designs through performance testing and failure-mode analysis (FMEA).
- Serve as the technical interface between mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams.
- Optimize system dynamics and ensure seamless system integration.
- Work as an individual contributor in an early-stage environment while helping scale the team.
- Mentor junior engineers and manage multiple projects.
- Self-direct projects and drive issues to closure with the necessary teams.
- Travel to suppliers, manufacturing, and testing facilities as required, approximately 20%.
Requirements
- 6+ years of machine-building experience in hardware, mechatronics, or robotics engineering, with a focus on system-level architecture for production systems.
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering.
- Expert proficiency with SolidWorks or similar platforms.
- Deep understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes.
- Strong knowledge of robotic kinematics and dynamics, motor controllers, and simulation tools.
- Hands-on experience with sensor integration, embedded systems, and manufacturing design execution.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly to program changes and work effectively in a high-velocity environment.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience as a systems or mechanical engineer for an automation system integrator or OEM, delivering turnkey automated solutions.
- Knowledge of waveform tuning, custom PLC programming, Beckhoff/TwinCAT, or high-performance motion controllers such as ACS and Elmo.
- Experience with laser interferometry, high-resolution optical encoders, and sub-micron calibration techniques.
- Experience integrating Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and 3D vision systems into robotic workflows.
- Advanced FEA/CFD capabilities for thermal and vibration analysis.
- Experience designing or qualifying custom brushless motors, linear actuators, or robotic end-effectors.
- Knowledge of ISO 10218 or ISO 13482 robotic system safety standards.
Compensation and Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and paid time off.
Skills
Solidworks, Robotic Kinematics, Robotic Dynamics, Motor Controllers, Simulation Tools, Sensor Integration, Embedded Systems, Fmea, FEA, Cfd, Plc Programming, Twincat, Laser Interferometry, Optical Encoders, 3D Vision
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