Principal Mechatronics Engineer (Robotics)

Location: Based in Denver, Colorado; hybrid and remote candidates may be considered case by case. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Salary: $170,000–$200,000 per year, with equity and relocation assistance.

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous, zero-emission systems that automate yard operations for logistics hubs and combines autonomous vehicle technology with a SaaS business model.

What you will do

• Own the mechanical architecture of robotic manipulation systems, including robotic arms, end effectors, actuation, and related hardware.
• Lead requirements definition, design, analysis, prototyping, validation, production release, and field deployment.
• Establish engineering standards for CAD, GD&T, tolerance analysis, documentation, DFM, and formal part release.
• Collaborate with software, electrical, systems, vendors, and contract manufacturers on integrated system performance and scalable production.
• Lead reliability initiatives including FMEA, FTA, root cause analysis, corrective action, and durability improvements.
• Mentor mechanical engineers and identify systemic mechanical risks before they reach the field.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience with integrated hardware/software systems in robotics, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, or similar products.
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• End-to-end mechanical system architecture experience covering requirements, design, analysis, and validation.
• Expertise in machined parts, weldments, sheet metal, molded or cast components, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFM.
• Experience with FEA, PDM systems, formal part release processes, sensor integration, and reliability programs for fielded hardware.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and improving team technical quality.

Nice to have

• Robotic manipulator design experience, including joint design, linkage synthesis, and actuation selection.
• Experience designing hardware for hardened outdoor environments involving ingress protection, thermal cycling, vibration, and shock.
• Familiarity with cable harnesses, sensor wiring, Python or C++ for test automation, and hardware-in-the-loop validation.
• Knowledge of IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or similar functional safety standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on safety-critical robotic automation and zero-emission freight transportation systems.
• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, pet, mental health, and professional development benefits.
• 401(k), FSA, and HSA.
• Parental leave, equity package, and relocation assistance.