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Mechanical Engineer

Substrate · San Francisco · On-site

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About Substrate

Substrate is building America. Backed by General Catalyst.

About the role

Design and analyze UHV-compatible mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for state-of-the-art production facilities across distributed operational environments Develop nanometer-precision mechatronic systems for high-speed, high-acceleration applications

What they're looking for

  • 6+ years hands-on mechanical engineering experience, 3+ years in precision manufacturing or research environments at technology companies
  • Expert-level CAD experience with complex precision assembly design and UHV-compatible components
  • Direct experience with finite element analysis (FEA) for stress/strain calculations in high-acceleration mechatronic applications
  • Strong background in vacuum technology, UHV system design, and vacuum-compatible materials
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience supporting autonomous technical contributors
  • Built precision mechanical systems from concept through production in scaling technology environments
More about this role

Substrate is addressing one of the most important technological problems facing the United States. At the intersection of advanced manufacturing and cutting-edge physics, we are developing technologies that will reshape the semiconductor industry and strengthen America's technological leadership. We are a team of world-class scientists, engineers, and technical experts building technology for the United States.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will design and develop ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems, precision mechanisms and high speed motion systems. This role requires deep hands-on engineering experience in high-precision manufacturing environments combined with the ability to work autonomously on complex technical challenges. You must be comfortable supporting scientists, engineers, and technical specialists working on parallel projects across multiple locations including external production sites. This is a full-time, in office position.

Design and analyze UHV-compatible mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for state-of-the-art production facilities across distributed operational environments

Develop nanometer-precision mechatronic systems for high-speed,...

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