Mechanical Design and Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Location: Hybrid – Denver Metro Area (regular travel to active job sites in Colorado)

Status: Exempt, Full Time

Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 annual based salary, depending on experience and qualifications.

Potential Start Date: ASAP

About VeroTouch

VeroTouch exists to change how homes are built.

We are a venture-backed construction technology company reimagining residential construction by combining advanced manufacturing, robotics, and traditional building expertise. At a time when housing affordability, labor shortages, and inefficiency continue to plague our industry, VeroTouch is focused on building better, faster, and smarter.

Our work sits at the intersection of construction and technology. We design and operate systems that integrate 3D printing, advanced materials, and lean production principles into real-world job sites. This is not a theoretical exercise. We are actively building homes, learning in real time, and turning those experiences into repeatable and scalable operating models.

VeroTouch is early-stage, hands-on, and execution-driven. The people who thrive here are builders in every sense of the word. They take ownership, stay calm under pressure, and care deeply about outcomes. If you are excited by challenges, energized by responsibility, and motivated by the opportunity to help define the future of an industry that rarely changes, you will feel at home here.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Design and Automation Engineer is a senior individual contributor role responsible for designing, developing, and deploying mechanical and automated systems that advance VeroTouch’s construction technologies. This role requires strong technical depth, comfort operating across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and software), and the ability to manage projects independently from concept through on-site implementation.

This position is ideal for an engineer who values ownership over pedigree, enjoys solving complex real-world problems, and takes pride in seeing designs move from early concepts into production environments. Prior construction experience is not required; however, candidates must be comfortable working in active job-site conditions and supporting deployed systems in the field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

Mechanical Design & Development

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for automation equipment, robotics, and construction technologies, including 3D printing systems.
• Create detailed CAD models, drawings, and specifications to support prototyping, testing, iteration, and production.
• Lead mechanical design efforts from early concept development through final production release.

Automation, Mechatronics & Integration

• Integrate mechanical designs with electronic systems, sensors, actuators, and control components.
• Support development and implementation of automation solutions, including mechatronic systems and basic control logic.
• Perform light coding or scripting (e.g., Python, C++, or similar) to support system integration, testing, diagnostics, and data collection.

Project Ownership & Execution

• Manage assigned projects autonomously, including defining scope, timelines, and technical approach.
• Drive projects end-to-end, from concept through on-site deployment and operational handoff.
• Troubleshoot deployed systems, iterate designs based on real-world feedback, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, including construction operations, manufacturing, and leadership.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related technical field (required) .
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, craftsmanship, and delivering results beyond formal education.

Experience

• 5–10 years of professional experience in mechanical design, automation, robotics, or related product development roles (required) .
• Demonstrated experience taking systems or products from concept through production and deployment (required) .
• Proven ability to manage work independently and deliver results without close supervision (required) .
• Experience with mechatronics, sensor integration, and electromechanical systems (preferred) .
• Experience supporting deployed hardware in real-world or industrial environments (preferred) .

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++, or similar).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Owner’s mindset with a bias toward action, accountability, and follow-through.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to work on active construction sites and perform standard on-site activities
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around job sites for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat and cold
• Ability to lift, carry, or move materials weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Compensation and Benefits

• 15 days of PTO (vacation and personal time)
• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage (eligible after 90 days)
• Colorado Secure Savings IRA plan (eligible after 90 days)
• Performance-based incentive bonus program (eligible after 90 days)
• Employee Equity Plan eligibility, following successful employment and plan implementation
• Company-paid holidays

VeroTouch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and complying with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If a candidate with a disability requires accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com .

This job description outlines the primary duties and requirements of the role but does not limit the employee to those duties. Certain responsibilities are considered essential functions of the position, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform them. This document describes the minimum requirements for the role and does not create an employment contract. Employment with the company is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.