Mechanical Hardware Engineer - Robotics

We are hiring a generalist Mechanical Hardware Engineer as an early member of our hardware team. You will own the physical layer that our entire robotic platform runs on-from initial CAD modeling to physical prototyping, actuator integration, FEA, and rapid deployment.

This is a role for true makers-engineers who build impressive physical systems on their own time, move comfortably between short-horizon prototyping, and thrive in dynamic, high-ownership environments.

What You’ll Do

• 0-to-1 Prototyping: Design, fabricate, and assemble teleoperation rigs, custom leader arms, and test platforms on short turnaround cycles (days to weeks).
• End-Effector & Actuator Integration: Own actuator layout, load-bearing FEA, and structural integration for specialized end-effectors, grippers, and robotic arms.
• Rapid Fabrication: Work with modern manufacturing methods (3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal) to quickly iterate on functional prototypes.
• Cross-Functional Ownership: Collaborate closely with ML, electrical, and field deployment teams to translate real-world task requirements into reliable physical hardware.

• 0-4 Years of Hardware Experience: A strong track record in mechanical engineering for robotics, actuators, consumer electronics, aerospace, or automotive systems.
• CAD & Prototyping Proficiency: Expert-level capability in SolidWorks, Onshape, or Fusion 360 paired with hands-on shop, machining, or 3D printing experience.
• Visible Maker Portfolio: A demonstrable portfolio or history of personal projects, build clubs (FSAE, FIRST Robotics, BattleBots), or independent hardware builds.
• Solid Engineering Fundamentals: Strong foundation in FEA, GD&T, actuator selection, and physical prototyping.
• On-Site Energy: Willingness to work in our SF office 6 days/week alongside an elite, fast-moving engineering team.
• Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience (degree waived for applicants with exceptional hands-on portfolios or machine shop experience).

Ideal Backgrounds (Not Required, But Great Signals)

• Experience at high-velocity hardware companies or startups (e.g., Tesla, Apple, ASML, Zipline, Anduril, Figure, 1X).
• Deep hands-on background as a machinist, technician, or racing/motorsports build lead.

We are a high-conviction, well-funded ($20M+) stealth robotics company based in San Francisco. Our mission is to solve a $1 Trillion industrial labor shortage by building and deploying autonomous bi-manual robots at scale.