Mechanical + Hardware Design Engineer

Doist; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible PTO

401(k) with traditional and Roth

Equity

Job summary

Coram AI is seeking a Design Engineer to own the mechanical and electromechanical design of our next-generation security and edge-AI systems. You’ll bridge industrial design, manufacturing, and field deployment, building robust hardware that integrates compute, power, and connectivity for rugged real-world environments.

Join a fast-moving team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and impact, and take ideas from concept through production, shaping how our hardware scales globally while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years in electromechanical or hardware product development.
• Strong CAD proficiency (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• DFM/DFA experience and knowledge of sheet metal and injection molding.
• Thermal, vibration, and environmental design considerations.
• Excellent English communication; ability to influence at all levels.
• Onsite work environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and validation of electromechanical assemblies balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Own the full product lifecycle from prototype through EVT/DVT/PVT, vendor handoff, and field deployment
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
• Be a proactive self-starter: take initiative, act with urgency, and bring a scrappy, hands-on approach to problem solving in fast-moving environments
• Drive execution across multiple workstreams with urgency and accountability

Skills

Mechanical design

Electrical design

DFM/DFA experience

Communication

Vendor engagement

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Job description

At Coram AI, we’re reimagining video security for the modern world. Our cloud-native platform uses computer vision and AI to help businesses stay safe, make smarter decisions, and move faster; from real-time alerts to seamless clip sharing and multi-site visibility.You’ll be joining an ambitious, fast-moving team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and impact. Every person here has a voice, ships meaningful work, and helps shape how AI can make the world safer and more connected.

The role:

As a Design Engineer at Coram AI, you’ll own the mechanical and electromechanical design of our next-generation security and edge-AI systems. You’ll bridge industrial design, manufacturing, and field deployment: building products that integrate compute, power, and connectivity in rugged, real-world environments. You’ll take ideas from concept through production, shaping how our hardware scales globally.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and validation of electromechanical assemblies balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Own the full product lifecycle from prototype through EVT/DVT/PVT, vendor handoff, and field deployment
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
• Be a proactive self-starter: take initiative, act with urgency, and bring a scrappy, hands-on approach to problem solving in fast-moving environments
• Drive execution across multiple workstreams with urgency and accountability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 2-5 years of experience in electromechanical or hardware product development
• Strong CAD proficiency (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Proven DFM/DFA experience and understanding of manufacturing techniques for sheet metal and injection molding
• Working knowledge of thermal, vibration, and environmental design considerations
• Resilient in challenging and fast-paced environments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Ability to work in an onsite environment - we move quicker when we're in the same room

Nice-to-haves:

• Chinese proficiency and experience leading vendor engagement or manufacturing with partners in Taiwan and China
• Strong hands-on prototyping instincts with the ability to translate ideas into physical proofs of concept and iterate fast
• Ability to take projects from half-baked idea to working hardware without waiting for direction
• Curiosity and personal drive to learn new fabrication methods, materials, and processes to expand your range as an engineer

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package (base salary + variable compensation)
• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and base life insurance
• Flexible paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options
• Equity in a rapidly growing company
• Referral bonuses
• Daily team dinners and regular team off-sites to build connection and momentum
• The latest Apple tech and unlimited tools so you can win

We're on a mission to transform a $50B+ legacy industry by bringing the power of cutting-edge multimodal LLMs and computer vision to real-world security and operations. From firearm detection to intelligent access control, our AI-native platform turns every camera and sensor into a smart system that enhances safety, efficiency, and awareness. Founded by Ashesh Jain (ex-Lyft Level 5, PhD Cornell) and Peter Ondruska (ex-Lyft, PhD Oxford), Coram AI is backed by Ansa Capital, Battery Ventures, Mosaic, 8VC and Up Partners, have raised over $65M, and were named to the CB Insights AI 100 as one of the most promising AI companies in the world. If you're excited to work on mission-critical AI that makes an impact in the real world, we’d love to meet you.