Autonomous Construction Systems Mechanical Engineer

Bedrock Robotics Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedrock Robotics Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer to lead the physical integration of sensors, compute hardware, actuators, and subsystems onto our autonomous construction machines.

You will partner with electrical, software, manufacturing, operations and supply chain teams to translate system requirements into robust, scale-ready mechanical designs. Responsibilities include 3D CAD design, environmental sealing, prototype build support, structural and thermal analysis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of mechanical design and integration experience for vehicles, heavy machinery, robotics, or industrial equipment
• Proficiency with Onshape, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX; familiarity with PDM/PLM systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Integration Design: develop mounting brackets, enclosures, surfaces, and interfaces for sensors, compute units, and hardware onto vehicle platforms.
• 3D CAD Design: create part and assembly models with Onshape and prepare GD&T drawings for fabrication.
• Routing & Packaging: define physical routing paths for wire harnesses, fluid lines, and cooling components within tight envelopes.
• Environmental Protection: design sealing, gasketing, and IP-rated enclosures to protect electronics.
• Prototype Build Support: assist in prototype builds, hardware installation, fit-checks, and design refinements on the shop floor.
• Structural & Thermal Analysis: perform hand calculations and collaborate on validating designs for loads, vibration, and thermal dissipation.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: work with vendors to source brackets, enclosures, and machined components from RFQ to delivery.
• Retrofit Strategy: design non-invasive integration solutions for OEM vehicles while preserving factory structure.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with electrical, software, and field teams during bring-up and validation.
• BOM & Documentation: maintain BOMs, drawings, and integration documents throughout lifecycle

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Onshape

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

PDM/PLM familiarity

Job description

Bedrock Robotics Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer to lead the physical integration of sensors, compute hardware, actuators, and subsystems onto our autonomous construction machines.

You will partner with electrical, software, manufacturing, operations and supply chain teams to translate system requirements into robust, scale-ready mechanical designs. Responsibilities include 3D CAD design, environmental sealing, prototype build support, structural and thermal analysis,