Connector & Interconnect Design Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Connector & Interconnect Design Engineer (Robotics): Developing custom electrical interfaces and interconnect solutions for autonomous humanoid robots with an accent on 3D CAD modeling, DFM, and validation testing. Focus on owning the full development lifecycle from conceptual design to mass production, ensuring high mechanical precision and electrical performance.

Location: San Jose, CA

Salary: $145,000 - $200,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots designed for home and commercial markets.

What you will do

• Own 3D CAD modeling and 2D detailed drawings for custom connectors, overmolds, and electromechanical interfaces.
• Design housings, contacts, strain reliefs, and sealing features with a focus on mechanical precision and DFM.
• Create complete manufacturing packages, including GD&T drawings, tolerancing, and assembly instructions.
• Perform connector power calculations and collaborate with electrical engineers on signal integrity and shielding.
• Develop and execute validation test plans for mating cycles, vibration, thermal cycling, and environmental exposure.
• Manage custom connector programs end-to-end, including RFQs, supplier selection, and tooling milestones.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in connector design, electromechanical packaging, or interconnect engineering.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or Creo.
• Demonstrated experience creating manufacturing-ready 2D drawings with proper GD&T.
• Solid understanding of electrical fundamentals, including current rating, contact resistance, and power dissipation.
• Hands-on experience in prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting hardware.

Nice to have

• Background in robotics, defense, medical devices, or aerospace precision systems.
• Experience with injection molding, insert molding, and overmold design for production.
• EVT/DVT build support experience in a hardware startup environment.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering, including FMEA and Weibull analysis.
• Familiarity with PLM tools such as Enovia, Windchill, or Agile.