Mechanical Engineer

Shinkei; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in robotics is seeking a mid to senior-level Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanism design projects from concept to deployment. Candidates should hold a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and possess hands-on experience in prototyping and design tools, particularly NX. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative robotics solutions. Located in El Segundo, California, the position requires onsite presence and offers competitive compensation ranging from $125,000 to $175,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience with physical prototyping and mechanism design.
• Hands-on experience with machining and rapid prototyping.
• Mid-level to senior-level role with a minimum of 2 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanism design from initial concept through deployment.
• Work on electro-mechanical design and fluid systems.
• Design robotics solutions to address humanitarian concerns.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Physical Prototyping

Mechanism Design

CAD Tools

Robotics

Fabrication Methods

Education

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

This range is provided by Shinkei. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

About Us

Shinkei Systems uses robotics to build a world where fishermen thrive, supply chains are transparent, and American food systems restore national vitality. Our technology integrates computer vision and advanced mechanisms to assist fishermen in fish processing, enhancing efficiency and product quality.

What You Get To Do

• Own mechanism design from initial concept through build, test, and customer deployment.
• An opportunity to work on a wide range of engineering problems: electro‑mechanical design, fluid systems, test and validation, and electrical thermal management design.
• Design real robotics solutions to solve major humanitarian concerns and have a hand in transforming our relationship with food.
• The opportunity to work with a cross functional team of perception engineers, controls, mechanical design, and software architecture.
• Travel to industry customers to visit aquaculture farms and boats on east and west US coasts, as well as Mexico.

What You Will Need

• B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Background (experience, portfolio, side projects, coursework) in physical prototyping, mechanism design and misc. mechanical engineering projects.
• Experience with CAD tools (NX preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with machining, fabrication methods and rapid prototyping.
• Exposure to robotics or embedded systems a strong plus.
• Ability to work onsite full time in El Segundo office in Los Angeles.
• Mid‑level to senior‑level role.
• Minimum experience of 2 years, but more preferred.