Light Integration Mechanical Engineer, RIVR

RIVR Technologies AG; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

RIVR Technologies AG is building Physical AI with autonomous robots for real-world doorstep delivery. We are seeking a Senior Hardware Engineering Lead to design electro-mechanical robot assemblies, lead a growing hardware team, and collaborate with senior leadership to ensure safe, reliable hardware.

You will oversee prototypes, testing, and documentation, drive design for manufacturing, and mentor engineers.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or higher in relevant field (Engineering/Robotics/Automotive/Aerospace).
• At least five years of industry or research experience; PhD experience acceptable.
• Proficient in CAD software for mechanical design.
• Deep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, DFx, power transmission, mechanisms, and modern manufacturing technologies.
• Leadership experience managing teams, contractors, and OEM/ODM relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills with debugging and hardware optimization.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies for robots.
• Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
• Work closely with electronics engineers to integrate PCBAs into mechanical structures.
• Perform rigorous testing to verify reliability, durability, and safety of hardware.
• Create detailed hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions, and testing protocols.
• Build, lead and mentor a hardware engineering team.
• Provide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic hardware decisions.
• Create and maintain documentation, guidelines, and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing.
• Improve design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem solving

Team management

Debugging hardware

Hardware optimization

Ausbildung

Master's degree or higher in Engineering/Robotics/Automotive/Aerospace

PhD preferred

Tools

CAD software

Jobbeschreibung

RIVR, an Amazon company, is building Physical AI by deploying autonomous robots for real-world doorstep delivery. Operating daily in diverse urban environments, RIVR's robots continuously learn from and navigate the millions of scenarios encountered during deliveries. By owning the full stack from software to hardware, RIVR is purpose-built for safety, reliability, and the customer from day one.

Key job responsibilities

• Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies for our robots.
• Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
• Work closely with electronics engineers to integrate printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) into mechanical structures.
• Perform rigorous testing and evaluations to verify the reliability, durability, and safety of robotic hardware.
• Create detailed hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions, and testing protocols.
• Build, lead and mentor an exceptional team of hardware engineers.
• Provide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic decision-making.
• Create and maintain documentation, guidelines, and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing.
• Improve design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field such as Engineering, Robotics, Automotive or Aerospace.
• A minimum of five years of industry or research experience, with PhD experience applicable.
• Proficient in CAD software for mechanical design.
• Deep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, design for manufacturing, power transmission, mechanisms, and contemporary manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, contractors, and relationships with OEMs/ODMs.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD degree in Engineering, Robotics, Automotive, Aerospace or a similar discipline, or an equivalent amount of research experience.
• Familiarity with design for mass production.
• Experience in the robotic, automotive, aerospace, medical, and consumer electronics sector.
• Experience in managing a hardware team.
• Experience interfacing with control systems and integrating electronics.