Mechanical Engineer

San Carlos, CARobust AI /Full Time /On-siteAbout you and this role:Robust AI is a fast-growing, early-stage startup founded in 2019 by an unsurpassed team of veterans in robotics, AI and business. We are a collaborative group with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, seeking talented individuals who are just as excited about robotics and AI as we are! Help us redefine the very foundation of robotics and build robots that are smart, collaborative, robust, safe, flexible and genuinely autonomous.As a mechanical engineer at Robust AI you will join a small fast-paced team working to design and deploy the next generation of warehouse robotic systems. Working with the other engineers on the team you will help concept, design, build and test subsystems of our robot. You are someone who is excited about seeing robots deployed at a large scale. You are someone who is comfortable working in an early stage startup environment and are able to pivot effectively. The base pay range for this role is between $130,000 and $180,000, dependent on your skills, qualifications and experience.Main responsibilities:Work with the mechanical team to deliver the next generation design of our robotDesign and manage components across the HW lifecycle (concept, design, fabrication, test, production)Engage cross functionally with electrical engineering, product and software to make sure design decisions fit within the constraints of the systemPropose and resolve issues with current robot systems while accounting for engineering effort and budgetRapidly iterate on design by building quick prototypesDesign and execute test plans for your designsWhat you’ll bring to the table:BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalentExperience with Solidworks & PDMAbility to communicate effectively cross functionallyExperience working with robotic or mechatronic systemsAbility to work independentlyExperience working with and managing vendorsWhat we offer:Base pay between $130,000 and $180,000, dependent on your skills, qualifications and experience.Stock options and huge potential for growth.Strong startup (and fun) culture.Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.Flexible vacation and sick leave practices.Paid parental leave.$130,000 - $180,000 a yearRobust AI fosters a culture of belonging and a shared commitment to equality and equity. Having a diverse set of perspectives is key to ensuring AI and robotics serve the needs of all.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.