Staff Design Engineer

The role

You will join the Design & Mechatronics team to explore, develop and test novel robotic systems in house. You will design hardware and mechanisms, conduct simulations, and manage the full mechanical product lifecycle.

What you will do

• Design hardware and mechanisms for robotic systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for EOAT DFM compliance
• Conduct complex FEA and thermal simulations
• Perform structural analysis and simulation
• Prototype hardware using 3D printers and CNC machines
• Select electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic hardware components
• Collaborate with Electrical and Software teams for system integration
• Troubleshoot and test existing hardware and automation systems
• Lead formal root cause investigations for field failures or manufacturing defects
• Lead mechanical risk assessments and ensure safety compliance

Required qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with 3D solid modeling, analysis, and development of 2D manufacturing drawings
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes; manual machining, CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, plastic 3D prototyping
• Thorough understanding of materials for manufacturing
• 8+ years working proficiency with CAD programs, hands-on prototyping, fabrication or ability to design for 3D printing
• Proven track record of strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and customers
• Willingness to work at early stage company with dynamic priorities
• Ability to conduct RCCAs and trade studies
• Ability to solve problems effectively in a collaborative environment

Nice to have

• 8+ years working proficiency with SolidWorks
• Experience with industrial robots and 6 DOF robotic arms
• Experience machining, rapid prototyping and fabrication processes/materials to meet functional design requirements
• Experience with project management
• Experience with product deployment
• Familiar with industrial facilities and equipment

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• unlimited PTO
• 401(k) plan + employer match
• regular offsite events
• discretionary fund for enhancing productivity

About the company

GrayMatter Robotics is a Physical AI company building Factory SuperIntelligence through systems that learn and adapt. They deliver systems through a Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model.