Mechanical Engineer - Robotic & Vehicle Systems

Stratom; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Stratom is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate mechanical systems for autonomous ground vehicles. The role involves hands-on prototyping, CAD modeling, and collaboration across engineering disciplines to improve designs for production.

Requirements include a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in SolidWorks, 3D modeling, drawings, GD&T, and DFM.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience designing mechanical components and assemblies.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software, including: 3D modeling, engineering drawings, GD&T, assembly design, and DFM.
• Experience designing or supporting mechanical systems involving sheet metal, welded structures, machined components, and standard hardware.
• Ability to specify COTS components and discuss coatings or corrosion mitigation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and support component inspection.
• Hands-on prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate mechanical systems for robotic and ground vehicle platforms.
• Create CAD models and drawings; support testing and design improvements for production.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, systems, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust mechanical solutions.
• Develop reliable, manufacturable mechanical designs and participate in design reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

3–5 years experience

3D CAD modeling

Engineering drawings

GD&T fundamentals

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Engineering drawings

DFM

Sheet metal design

Welded structures

Job description

Stratom is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate mechanical systems for autonomous ground vehicles. The role involves hands-on prototyping, CAD modeling, and collaboration across engineering disciplines to improve designs for production.

Requirements include a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in SolidWorks, 3D modeling, drawings, GD&T, and DFM.