Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation
San Francisco Bay Area, CA$150k - $220kFull-timePosted 1mo ago
About the role
Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of custom industrial machinery, automation equipment, robotic tooling, and mechanical systems across concept through manufacturing, assembly, testing, and commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Design mechanical systems, machine assemblies, fixtures, tooling, and robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) using 3D CAD software.
- Create manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and engineering documentation while applying GD&T and design-for-manufacturing principles.
- Support fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, prototype builds, and testing activities to ensure successful execution of designs.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, project management, suppliers, and technicians to develop and improve equipment and processes.
- Support design reviews, troubleshooting, startup, commissioning, and continuous improvement efforts to optimize performance, reliability, and cost.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 7+ years of mechanical design experience in industrial, manufacturing, automation, or related environments.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D parametric CAD software.
- Understanding of machining, welding, fabrication, assembly processes, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Skills
Required:3D CAD (SolidWorks)GD&TFabrication & machining processesProject collaborationProblem-solving & communication
Nice to have:Prototype build & testing support
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
- 401k
- Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
- Flexible vacation policy
- Equity
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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