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About the role
Serve as the mechanical engineering lead for an assigned mobile 4-wheeled robot product line, owning hardware from concept, release, production ramp, and sustaining through end-of-life. Design and develop mechanical assemblies including structural frames, drive systems, electromechanical packaging, and supporting hardware components. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline
- Minimum of 8 years of mechanical engineering experience, including at least 2 years in robotics, automation, automotive, aerospace, or electromechanical systems
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD tools, plus experience with PDM/PLM systems
- Demonstrated experience supporting contract manufacturers, including DFM reviews, ECNs, and production issue resolution
- Hands-on experience designing jigs, fixtures, tooling, or manufacturing support equipment
- Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and manufacturing methods such as sheet metal, machining, injection molding, and die casting
More about this role
With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
We are looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our Fleet Robotics team within our Hardware Engineering organization. Your job will be to lead the mechanical development of a mobile robot product line from concept through production, including hardware design, manufacturing readiness, and sustaining improvements. This role is critical to scaling reliable robotic platforms by combining strong product engineering, contract manufacturer collaboration, and hands-on production problem solving.
The Fleet Robotics team is part of our Hardware Engineering organization, which is responsible for designing, launching, and sustaining the mobile 4-wheeled robotic platforms that power Symbotic’s warehouse automation system. This team develops next-generation robotic hardware while improving current production products for quality, cost, and performance. Fleet Robotics partners closely with...
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