Senior Mechanical Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Robotics/Automotive): Designing, integrating, and releasing mechanical systems for autonomous vehicles with an accent on CAD modeling, manufacturability, and reliability. Focus on driving product development from concept to mass production, conducting thermal simulations, and optimizing sensing systems for closed-loop motor control.

Location: On-site in Mountain View, CA

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous vehicle technology and robotics.

What you will do

• Lead the mechanical design, integration, and release of vehicle systems using SolidWorks.
• Drive product development cycles from initial concept through to mass production.
• Develop and execute test plans and build test fixtures for mechanisms, including coding and electrical setups.
• Characterize sensing systems (encoders, sensors) to support closed-loop motor control.
• Serve as the design release engineer for electronics enclosures, harnesses, and sheet metal assemblies.
• Manage subsystem Bills of Materials (BOM) and documentation within Arena PLM systems.

Requirements

• 4-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, ideally in robotics, automotive, or complex electromechanical systems.
• Proven record of taking products from concept through mass production.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and 3D CAD modeling best practices.
• Deep understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for precision assemblies.
• Experience with PLM systems such as Arena.
• Hands-on prototyping and test experience, including FMEA and thermal simulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA.
• 100% company-funded Life, Short-term, and Long-term disability insurance.
• Company 401(k) and commuter benefits.
• Flexible vacation policy and sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years.
• Paid parental leave.
• Daily lunches and a fully-stocked kitchen for in-office employees.