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Mavenrobotics

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Robot Hardware Design

San Francisco Bay Area, California USA

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Seniority
Senior
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
15 Sept 2026

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Role Description

We are seeking an exceptional Sr. Mechanical Engineer to design and test innovative robotic hardware ranging from overall robot architecture down to detailed design of robot subassemblies and mechanisms.

In this role you will:

Brainstorm and develop innovative and practical concepts for general purpose robotic systems.

Work closely with our business development, modeling & simulation, software, integration & testing, and industrial design teams to define loading conditions, performance requirements and packaging.

Design assemblies and components in 3D CAD from conceptual architecture through detailed design and drawing release.

Work with vendors and manufacturers to produce your components.

Support assembly, integration, and testing of robotic hardware.

Qualifications

Must-have:

5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, mechatronics, or similar field.

Expert user of 3D CAD software to design complex parts and assemblies.

Familiarity with structural design and analysis principles including FEA.

Experience with electromechanical integration, including motors, sensors, servo drives, speed reducers, electronics packaging, and wiring.

Self-starter attitude with strong ability to identify problems, prioritize them, then plan and execute working solutions.

Enthusiasm for working in a fast paced startup environment and eagerness to support the team on a variety of topics.

Nice-to-have:

Experience designing high performance robotic systems including actuators and dexterous end-effectors.

Experience designing and analyzing structures that are highly optimized for mass and stiffness.

High volume manufacturing experience. Design of cast and molded parts.

Original posting on Mavenrobotics's site ↗

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