# Mechanical Engineer - Special Programs at Saronic

- Company: Saronic
- What the company does: Providing the most advanced and capable autonomous vessels in the maritime domain. Backed by Bessemer, General Catalyst and Kleiner Perkins.
- Company website: https://www.saronic.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Austin, TX
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-08-17
- Apply by: 2026-10-14
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/saronic/8e6399b9-2a1b-42f4-90f9-fcfabc51ac2f
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/saronic-mechanical-engineer-special-programs/

## About the role

Saronic Special Programs is a small path-finding team chartered to rapidly prototype new ideas. Special Programs is responsible for generating new ideas, building and testing physical prototypes, and validating future products which continue Saronic’s mission to redefine maritime superiority.

## What they're looking for

- Experience building complex systems from scratch, including autonomous platforms
- Experience in marine, aerospace, robotics, or automotive hardware development
- Proficiency in CAD (Solidworks, NX)
- Fabrication experience is a plus (machining, welding, hand-tools)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Tags: Product Eng

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/saronic-mechanical-engineer-special-programs/