Mechatronics Engineer

HCLTech; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer in Mountain View, CA for full-time onsite work. The role involves leading hardware development, integrating mechanical design with electronics, sensors, actuators, and control systems, and performing end-to-end system validation for robotic platforms.

Candidates should have strong experience with 3D CAD, ROS/ROS2, Linux, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, and be able to collaborate with software, electrical, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust robotic

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and 3D CAD.
• Familiarity with electromechanical systems and embedded interfaces.
• Ability to create and manage engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Experience with prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, testing.
• Proven ability to work with robotic platforms and subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Prototype hardware development from concept to bring‑up.
• Lead robotic hardware development from ideation through detailed design and prototyping.
• Translate requirements into robust, testable prototype hardware.
• Apply multidisciplinary engineering to evaluate robotic systems.
• Plan and execute system integration, validation, and testing.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

ROS / ROS 2

Embedded systems

System integration

Prototyping

Industrial protocols

Electrical interfaces

Tools

Onshape

SolidWorks

Creo

Fusion 360

Job description

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Mechatronics Engineer to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Mechatronics Engineer

Job ID: 85332

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Mountain View, CA / Onsite

Role/Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Prototype Hardware Development.
• Lead the development of robotic and electromechanical hardware from early conceptual ideation through detailed design, prototyping, and final hardware bring‑up.
• This includes translating high‑level functional requirements into robust, testable prototype hardware suitable for iterative development and validation.
• Multi‑Disciplinary Engineering Assessment:
• Apply a broad range of engineering disciplines—including mechanical, electrical, electronics, embedded systems, and software engineering to evaluate the current state of robotic systems.
• Perform root cause analysis of technical issues, identify system inefficiencies, and propose design, performance, reliability, or manufacturability improvements across hardware and software boundaries.
• Project Evaluation and Technical Planning:
• Independently assess new and ongoing robotics projects by evaluating technical complexity, risks, constraints, timelines, and dependencies.
• Clearly understand project goals and use sound engineering judgment to define the most effective development approach, milestones, resources, and execution plans.
• Robotics System Integration & Validation:
• Support the integration of mechanical hardware with electronics, sensors, actuators, control systems, and embedded software.
• Participate in system‑level testing, debugging, and validation to ensure robotic platforms meet performance, safety, and operational requirements.
• End‑to‑End Product Development: Support in all aspects of robotics hardware development, including:
• Conceptual and detailed mechanical design
• Engineering analysis and trade‑off studies
• 3D CAD modeling and design for manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Creation of detailed engineering drawings and documentation
• Bill of Materials (BOM) generation and cost estimation
• Coordination with vendors and fabrication partners
• Prototype assembly, integration, and system bring‑up
• Functional, performance, and reliability testing of robotic subsystems and full systems
• Clear reporting of test results, design decisions, and lessons learned.

..Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in mechanical design and 3D CAD (e.g., Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Understanding of electromechanical systems, including motors, actuators, sensors, gear trains, and structural components
• Working knowledge of electrical and embedded systems, including PCB interaction, power distribution, and basic firmware/software interfaces
• Ability to create and manage engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
• Experience with prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Experience working with robotic platforms, subsystems, or automation equipment, including mobile robots, industrial robots, or custom robotic systems
• Experience with Robots in integrating sensors and communication for Teleoperation
• Experience integrating commercial off the shelf Robots using their proprietary APIs or SDKs
• Deep proficiency in ROS / ROS 2 (Robot Operating System)
• Experience with Linux environments, Docker containerization, and CI/CD pipelines for deploying code to remote robot fleets
• Deep understanding of commercial industrial protocols EtherCAT, CAN bus, TCP/IP
• Understanding of robot mechanics, kinematics, motion systems, and system integration
• Ability to assess robotic system performance and recommend design, reliability, efficiency, or cost improvements
• Exposure to controls, PLCs or embedded control architectures is a strong advantage
• Proven ability to independently assess project scope, complexity, and risks and define effective technical plans
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet development timelines in a fast‑paced R&D or product environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting, design reviews, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Ability to work closely with software engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing teams, and external vendors
• Comfortable presenting technical concepts and design decisions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: 75,000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: 116,000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.