Mechanical Engineer

Oho Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Oho Group is seeking a Founding Mechanical Engineer in San Francisco to lead the design, build, and testing of complex hardware systems.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and hands-on experience with hardware development, with responsibilities including system integration and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Preferred experience includes working with high-pressure fluids and familiarity with instrumentation or embedded systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field required.
• Hands-on experience with hardware development and testing is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design, development, and integration of mechanical systems.
• Build novel technology from prototype to deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration.

Skills

Design and development of mechanical systems

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Hands-on experience with hardware development and testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or related field

Tools

Instrumentation

Embedded systems

Job description

Founding Mechanical Engineer - Bay Area (On-site) - Novel Space Hardware

A leading New Space Start-Up is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to own the design, build, and testing of complex hardware systems in high-performance environments. This role spans structures, fluid systems, and thermal applications, with a strong hands‑on focus.

You will:

• Be responsible for design, development, and integration of mechanical systems
• Build novel technology from prototype to deployment
• Assist with instrumentation and basic embedded system interfacing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or related field
• Exposure to fluid systems
• Hands‑on experience with hardware development and testing
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience with high‑pressure fluids
• Exposure to regulated or hazardous test environments
• Familiarity with instrumentation or embedded systems