Mechanical Engineer III - Systems Engineering

HL Mando Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HL Mando Corporation in Auburn, MI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III - Systems Engineering to design, develop, and optimize robotic actuator systems for humanoid, industrial, and service robotics. This role leads requirements definition, architecture, verification, and production support across the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and controls teams to meet performance, quality, and reliability objectives while driving innovation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of product development and design experience.
• Strong systems engineering fundamentals and lifecycle management.
• Experience with system architecture, requirements traceability, and interface management.
• Cross-disciplinary systems integration across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls.
• Ability to work autonomously and coordinate multiple deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture, concepts, and technical requirements.
• Develop and manage system requirements and interface definitions.
• Lead system integration across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls.
• Conduct system trade studies and risk assessments to optimize performance, cost, schedule, and reliability.
• Develop and execute system verification and validation strategies with prototypes.
• Lead technical design reviews and ensure configuration management and documentation.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive product innovation.

Skills

Systems engineering

Architecture & decomposition

Requirements management

System integration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Self-directed work

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

None

Job description

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Direct Auburn, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1561

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer III - Systems Engineering is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing advanced robotic actuator systems, including rotary and linear motion mechanisms, for humanoid, industrial, and service robotics applications. This role leads systems engineering activities throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept development and requirements definition through system design, integration, verification, validation, and production support. The Mechanical Engineer III collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure robotic systems meet performance, quality, reliability, and manufacturability objectives while delivering innovative, high-performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• Define system architecture, operational concepts, and technical requirements for advanced product development.
• Develop and manage system requirements, interface definitions, specifications, and requirements traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead system integration across mechanical, electrical, software, controls, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Conduct system trade studies, technical analyses, and risk assessments to optimize performance, cost, schedule, and reliability.
• Develop and execute system verification and validation (V&V) strategies, including prototype integration, testing, and performance evaluation.
• Lead technical design reviews and ensure configuration management, technical baseline integrity, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Prepare and maintain system engineering documentation, including specifications, interface control documents, verification reports, and technical presentations.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to support product development, manufacturing readiness, production transition, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and engineering methodologies to drive product innovation and improve system performance.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in product development and design.

Skills and Competencies:

• Systems Engineering Principles and Lifecycle Management.
• System Architecture and Functional Decomposition.
• Requirements Development, Management, and Traceability.
• System Integration and Interface Management.
• Cross-Disciplinary Systems Integration (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and Controls).
• Ability to work in a self-directed environment.
• Ability to coordinate and organize program deliverables from multiple sources and customers.
• Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers.
• Excellent verbal and technical communication skills required.

Working Conditions:

This position operates in a mix of office environment, test lab and test track. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to work in a test lab environment
• Occasional lifting of items up to 20 lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, and bending as needed to perform duties.

Remote Work:

Primarily onsite and limited travel.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.