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Salary: USD 149,000 - 188,000 / annual
Lab37 Robotics is developing and deploying robots designed for direct-to-customer food production, aiming to revolutionize the food industry through innovative robotic solutions. This Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role offers ownership of hardware modules within a larger robotic system, with responsibility for understanding, developing, and improving module requirements.
Key responsibilities include designing and developing mechanical systems for robotic applications with focus on functionality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability. You will create detailed 3D CAD models using SolidWorks, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions. The role requires close collaboration with electrical engineers, software developers, and product managers to integrate mechanical designs with electronic and software components.
You'll conduct hands-on prototype building and testing, analyzing performance data to iterate on designs. This includes utilizing various manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs for performance and efficiency. You will participate in design reviews, presenting design concepts and demonstrating prototypes to stakeholders, and manage documentation related to project plans, design specifications, and testing procedures.
The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer. Strong proficiency in SolidWorks CAD is required, along with a robust portfolio showcasing past projects. Practical experience in building and testing mechanical systems with hands-on fabrication skills is highly valued. You should demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for actuation, mechanisms, and robotics, with strong problem-solving skills and an innovative approach to mechanical design challenges. Excellent collaboration and communication abilities with both technical and non-technical team members are essential.
The company is capitalizing on rapid growth in online food delivery (US market expanded 10X from $10B to $100B in five years, projected to reach $500B–$1T by 2030). You'll work in a collaborative environment with experienced colleagues and managers, supporting restaurants' success in the online delivery space. The role is based in Pittsburgh with a five-day onsite requirement.
