On‑Site Mechanical Engineer — Robotic Marine Vessels

Bulwark Dynamics; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity: early-stage stock options

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Bulwark Dynamics in the Bay Area seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to lead structural fabrication for autonomous vessels (15-ft and 35-ft). You will design, fabricate, and integrate mechanical subsystems, and collaborate with software, electrical, and systems teams to bring hardware to life.

With 3+ years of relevant experience, you will use SolidWorks to create precise designs, perform hands-on fabrication, and participate in field testing and deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands‑on engineering experience.
• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience in robotics, vehicles, marine systems, or similar hardware.
• Strong design experience in structural components, brackets, and assemblies.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD with SolidWorks preferred.
• Hands‑on fabrication, welding, machining, and prototype development.
• Ability to drive projects from design through fabrication, testing, and deployment.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced hardware‑intensive environment with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate structural components, mounting brackets, and mechanical assemblies for autonomous vessels.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D manufacturing designs using SolidWorks.
• Perform hands-on fabrication including metalworking, machining, welding, and prototype assembly.
• Coordinate with suppliers and fabrication shops to source materials and hardware.
• Integrate mechanical systems with electrical and autonomy teams, including sensors and actuators.
• Conduct fit checks, structural testing, and design iterations to improve performance.
• Support prototype builds, field testing, and deployment activities.
• Participate as a maritime crew member during field operations.
• Manage multiple tasks while ensuring safety and durability of mechanical systems.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Fabrication

Independent project execution

Hardware systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on engineering experience

Job description

Bulwark Dynamics in the Bay Area seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to lead structural fabrication for autonomous vessels (15-ft and 35-ft). You will design, fabricate, and integrate mechanical subsystems, and collaborate with software, electrical, and systems teams to bring hardware to life.

With 3+ years of relevant experience, you will use SolidWorks to create precise designs, perform hands-on fabrication, and participate in field testing and deployments.