Electromechanical Engineer (Robotics)

Location: On-site at Robot Ranch in Austin, Texas; must be willing to relocate to Austin if not within commuting distance.

Company

hirify.global is a startup automating construction equipment and infrastructure development through rugged robotics and electromechanical engineering.

What you will do

• Design mechanical systems including enclosures, actuators, linkages, mounts, brackets, and wiring harnesses for remote heavy machinery.
• Rapidly prototype and iterate components using 3D printing, CNC machining, and in-house fabrication methods.
• Build, integrate, test, diagnose, and repair electromechanical assemblies for field deployment.
• Design systems to withstand vibration, impact, water ingress, mechanical fatigue, and outdoor exposure.
• Collaborate with electrical and software engineers, vendors, manufacturers, and fabricators to deliver feasible, cost-effective parts.
• Maintain CAD models, mechanical drawings, and repeatable assembly documentation.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electromechanical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Hands-on experience designing and assembling mechanical systems with actuators and sensors.
• Proficiency with mechanical prototyping, 3D printing, machining, and basic fabrication tools.
• Familiarity with mechanical fatigue, waterproofing, ruggedization, and field deployment challenges.
• Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends when required and to relocate to Austin, Texas.

Nice to have

• Experience with electromechanical systems for drones, electric vehicles, aircraft, or robotics.
• Experience with brushless DC motors, multi-bar linkages, kinematics, microcontrollers, motion feedback, and sensor integration.
• Knowledge of structural analysis, material selection, EMI shielding, thermal management, and protective enclosure design.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Onshape, or similar CAD tools and mechanical documentation.
• Electrical design experience and hands-on experience building electrical systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced startup environment focused on critical infrastructure automation.
• Hands-on, multidisciplinary engineering and rapid iteration.
• Equity included in the total compensation package.
• Relocation packages available to help cover moving costs.