Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location: Austin, TX

Compensation: $130,000 - $250,000

Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer required to join a rapidly growing robotics company developing next-generation autonomous systems for real-world environments based in Austin, TX.

• $130,000 - $250,000
• 0.5% - 1.5% equity
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Unlimited PTO
• Relocation Support Offered
• Free meals, merch + more

• Own design and integration of multiple mechanical and electromechanical systems through all stages of product maturity
• Translate high-level requirements into practical design solutions alongside the founding team
• Prototype rapidly and validate concepts through hands-on testing and iteration
• Develop CAD models, detailed drawings, and physical prototypes
• Lead reviews of designs, procedures, and assemblies, providing engineering feedback and recommendations
• Perform mechanical analysis for strength, reliability, and manufacturability
• Create and execute test procedures, jigs, and validation fixtures
• Conduct root cause analysis for hardware failures in development or deployment

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an engineering discipline
• Previous experience as a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis for complex systems
• Proven experience with full product lifecycle-from design and prototyping to production
• Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools (SolidWorks, Ansys, or equivalent)
• Prior experience in startups or high-growth engineering environments
• Willing to relocate or based in Austin, TX