Mechanical Engineer I — Robotics & Automation

ARM Institute; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Floating holidays

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, Vision

Home office stipend

Retirement contributions 8%

Parental leave

Military leave

Job summary

ARM Institute in Pittsburgh is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical systems and robotic applications. This early-career role offers hands-on experience with robotics, automation, prototyping, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

The Mechanical Engineer I will collaborate with ARM’s engineering team to design robotic cells, tooling, fixtures, and automated systems, while supporting testing, data analysis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical engineering principles and methods.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Creo, Fusion 360, Inventor, or equivalent).
• Ability to learn new concepts with guidance.
• Strong organization and attention to detail to manage tasks.
• Basic project coordination and time-management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and development of robotic cells and automated systems.
• Assist in ground-up design of production tooling for efficiency and reliability.
• Support end-of-arm tooling design for material handling.
• Develop tests, fixtures, and mechanical solutions for robotic components.
• Assist with prototype assembly, integration, and testing activities.
• Assist with basic programming and integration of industrial robots.
• Collect and analyze testing data; support design validation.
• Perform thermal and structural analyses with guidance.
• Document system requirements and participate in reviews and meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate updates.

Skills

Foundational engineering

Learning with guidance

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

On-site work

U.S. citizen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

ARM Institute in Pittsburgh is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical systems and robotic applications. This early-career role offers hands-on experience with robotics, automation, prototyping, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

The Mechanical Engineer I will collaborate with ARM’s engineering team to design robotic cells, tooling, fixtures, and automated systems, while supporting testing, data analysis,