Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer

Bedrock Robotics Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedrock Robotics Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer to lead the physical integration of sensors, compute hardware, actuators, and subsystems onto our autonomous construction machines.

You will partner with electrical, software, manufacturing, operations and supply chain teams to translate system requirements into robust, scale-ready mechanical designs. Responsibilities include 3D CAD design, environmental sealing, prototype build support, structural and thermal analysis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of mechanical design and integration experience for vehicles, heavy machinery, robotics, or industrial equipment
• Proficiency with Onshape, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX; familiarity with PDM/PLM systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Integration Design: develop mounting brackets, enclosures, surfaces, and interfaces for sensors, compute units, and hardware onto vehicle platforms.
• 3D CAD Design: create part and assembly models with Onshape and prepare GD&T drawings for fabrication.
• Routing & Packaging: define physical routing paths for wire harnesses, fluid lines, and cooling components within tight envelopes.
• Environmental Protection: design sealing, gasketing, and IP-rated enclosures to protect electronics.
• Prototype Build Support: assist in prototype builds, hardware installation, fit-checks, and design refinements on the shop floor.
• Structural & Thermal Analysis: perform hand calculations and collaborate on validating designs for loads, vibration, and thermal dissipation.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: work with vendors to source brackets, enclosures, and machined components from RFQ to delivery.
• Retrofit Strategy: design non-invasive integration solutions for OEM vehicles while preserving factory structure.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with electrical, software, and field teams during bring-up and validation.
• BOM & Documentation: maintain BOMs, drawings, and integration documents throughout lifecycle

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Onshape

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

PDM/PLM familiarity

Job description

Join the team bringing advanced autonomy to the built world

At Bedrock, we're moving AI out of the lab and into the real world. Our team includes veterans who helped launch Waymo, scaled Segment to a $3.2B acquisition, and grew Uber Freight to $5B in revenue. Today, we're deploying autonomous systems on heavy construction equipment across the country, improving safety on job sites and accelerating schedules on critical infrastructure projects.

We're not here debating the future of AI. We're deploying it in the real world. In just two years, we've raised $350M and achieved the first fully autonomous excavator deployments in construction.

This is where algorithms meet steel-toed boots. You'll work alongside construction veterans and world-class engineers to solve physical-world problems that simulations can't touch. If you're ready to do meaningful work on hard problems, we'd love to have you join us.

As a Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for the physical integration of sensors, compute hardware, actuators, and supporting subsystems onto our next-generation autonomous construction machines. Working closely with electrical, software, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams, you will translate system-level requirements into robust mechanical designs optimized for scale, reliability, manufacturing, industrial design, and operations, which survive demanding real-world environments — from vibration and shock, to dust, debris, and weather exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Integration Design: Develop mounting brackets, enclosures, class A surfaces, and structural interfaces for sensors (cameras, LiDAR, radar, IMUs), compute units, and ancillary hardware onto vehicle platforms.

• 3D CAD Design: Create detailed part and assembly models using Onshape including GD&T-compliant drawings for fabrication and vendor sourcing.

• Routing & Packaging: Collaborate with cross functional teams to define physical routing paths for wire harnesses, fluid lines, and cooling components within tight mechanical envelopes.

• Environmental Protection: Design and select appropriate sealing, gasketing, and protective enclosures (IP-rated) to safeguard sensitive electronics from moisture, dust, and contamination.

• Prototype Build Support: Hands-on participation in prototype builds, including hardware installation, fit-check validation, and iterative design refinement on the shop floor.

• Structural & Thermal Analysis: Perform first-order hand calculations and collaborate with analysis teams to validate designs for static loads, vibration fatigue, and thermal dissipation.

• Supplier & Vendor Management: Work with fabrication vendors and contract manufacturers to source custom brackets, enclosures, and machined components from RFQ through delivery.

• Retrofit Strategy: Design non-invasive mechanical integration solutions for OEM donor vehicles, preserving factory structure and serviceability while accommodating new autonomous hardware.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with electrical, software, and field teams during bring-up and validation phases to resolve fit, form, and function issues on prototype machines.

• BOM & Documentation: Maintain accurate Bills of Materials, assembly drawings, and integration documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and integration for vehicles, heavy machinery, robotics, or industrial equipment.

• CAD Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with 3D CAD such as Onshape, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX; familiarity with PDM/PLM systems a plus.

Bedrock Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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