Structural Engineer

Who we are

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

What you’ll do

• Lead structural design and analysis across Atoms’ physical infrastructure ventures, including kitchen and food production facilities, industrial and logistics buildings, and EV/AV charging and support infrastructure.
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and specifications for permit submittal across multiple jurisdictions and business lines.
• Perform geotechnical review and foundation design in coordination with soils engineers and site civil teams.
• Partner with Architecture, Civil, Construction, and Facility Tech teams across Atoms’ portfolio companies to resolve structural conflicts and keep designs constructible and cost-effective.
• Conduct structural site assessments and existing-conditions evaluations for retrofit, adaptive reuse, and rapid buildout projects.
• Evaluate vendor and manufacturer structural submittals (prefabricated structures, equipment enclosures, modular systems) for code compliance and site suitability.
• Build and refine standardized structural details and design templates that can be reused across Atoms’ different business lines to support rapid, repeatable deployment across markets.

What we’re looking for

• 7–10 years of structural engineering experience, including design of low-rise, light industrial, or site/civil-adjacent structures
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; ability to obtain additional state licensure/reciprocity as needed
• Demonstrated experience with foundation design and support structures for commercial, industrial, or infrastructure facilities
• Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC design standards, with exposure to local/state amendments
• Experience preparing permit-ready structural drawings and managing AHJ plan review cycles
• Comfort working across multiple, fast-moving business lines and adapting structural standards to different facility types

Ideal Background

• Commercial real estate, industrial/warehouse structural design, site civil or foundation engineering
• Food service or commercial kitchen facility development, modular/prefabricated building systems
• Multi-site infrastructure programs (retail, logistics, energy, or transportation) requiring repeatable structural standards across a fast-scaling portfolio

Core Competencies

• Structural Analysis & Design (steel, concrete, foundations)
• Code Compliance (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC)
• Cross-functional Collaboration across multiple business lines and portfolio companies
• Permitting & AHJ Plan Review Management
• Detail Orientation & High-Velocity Execution across multiple concurrent sites
• Vendor & Submittal Evaluation
• Clear Technical Communication with non-engineering stakeholders

Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow

What else you need to know

This role is based in our San Francisco office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $214,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies:
  • Discretionary vacation days
  • 8 paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid Bereavement leave
  • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.