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Promise Robotics is a venture-backed company pioneering Physical AI for homebuilding, combining AI, robotics, and manufacturing to address housing demand. The company operates AI-powered factories with robotic systems that deliver production capacity, consistency, and speed beyond traditional methods.
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design of cutting-edge, industry-first automation systems using first-principles engineering approaches. Your responsibilities include:
• Lead design of advanced robotic manufacturing technologies and automation systems
• Gather design constraints and produce complex 3D models incorporating pneumatics, motion control, materials science, and manufacturing processes
• Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications, and bills of materials; own all aspects of the product design phase
• Design systems for compliance with applicable standards (CSA, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, customer-specific requirements)
• Establish robust supply chains and manage low-cost manufacturing partnerships
• Collaborate with colleagues, suppliers, contractors, and customers to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and create technical documentation including machine manuals
• Set goals and maintain equipment build schedules for project launches
• Research and evaluate mechanical products for application feasibility
• Support equipment installations, operations, maintenance, and repairs to ensure machinery functions to specification
• Lead and participate in mechanical design reviews
• Mentor junior engineers and designers
You will work onsite at the Calgary factory and may travel internationally as needed. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact while building high-performing teams at a growth-stage startup.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics; P.Eng. designation required
• 5+ years of robotic systems integration experience in custom automation environments
• Practical hands-on mechanical aptitude and passion for engineering, robotics, and automation
• Extensive experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Portfolio of automation projects with significant personal contributions
• Willingness to participate across all technical areas to solve complex problems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet timing deadlines
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers
• Ability to work onsite at Calgary factory
• Ability to travel internationally
• Commitment to continuous learning in industrial automation
