Hands-On Mechanical Engineer – Robotic Systems (Houston)

Lumicity; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High ownership

Real technical impact

Stable, permanent role

Job summary

A well-funded robotics company in the surgical space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II or III to be a core contributor to the mechanical design of a new robotic system. The role emphasizes hands-on design work rather than maintenance, requiring experience with components like ball screws and CAD tools such as SolidWorks. Ideal candidates will have mechanical fundamentals, independent work capability, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering, with 1-5 years of experience preferred. A stable and impactful role awaits in Houston.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design for robotic systems.
• 1–5 years of hands-on robotics experience preferred.
• Independent work capability is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mechanical design of robotic systems.
• Work closely with engineering team to develop a new robot.

Skills

Hands-on work with ball screws

Drive systems or drivetrains

Motors, motor drivers, encoders, and sensors

GD&T

Tolerance and stack-up analysis

Detailed 2D drawings

CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred)

Ability to work independently

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

A well-funded robotics company in the surgical space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II or III to be a core contributor to the mechanical design of a new robotic system. The role emphasizes hands-on design work rather than maintenance, requiring experience with components like ball screws and CAD tools such as SolidWorks. Ideal candidates will have mechanical fundamentals, independent work capability, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering, with 1-5 years of experience preferred. A stable and impactful role awaits in Houston.