Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Zürich

EUR 85’000 - 120’000

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Vor 2 Tagen

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RIVR is a Swiss robotics company pioneering Physical AI and robotic solutions to revolutionize last-mile delivery, giving 1 human the power of 1000. Through the combination of artificial neural networks and innovative robot designs with wheels and legs, RIVR aims to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and scalability in last-mile delivery. Founded as Swiss-Mile, the company rebranded to RIVR in 2025 to better reflect its mission of driving the future of intelligent robotics.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and testing of the physical components and systems of our robots. Your responsibilities will span conceptual design, mechanical engineering, design for manufacturing and assembly, and the integration of electronic systems, ensuring that our robots meet specific application requirements and are cost-effective for large-scale production. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience transitioning projects from prototyping and proof-of-concepts to MVPs, final products, and mass production. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of robotic designs, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of intelligent robotics.

What You’ll Be Doing

Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies, robotic payloads, and actuators 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

What You Must Have

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

Get some bonus points

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

RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If you’re passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team.

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type
Temporary

Job function

Job function
Engineering and Information Technology

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