Robotics Hardware Engineer Intern: Field-Ready Systems

Field AI; Boston (MA); On-site; PHP 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

Field AI is building field-ready AI systems for autonomous robotics. As a Mechanical Engineer Intern on the Hardware Team, you will design mechanical housings, mounts, and thermal solutions, collaborating with electrical, compute, and systems engineers to ensure robust field deployments.

You will participate in CAD, simulations, testing, and production readiness throughout the design lifecycle. You will contribute to CAD/FEA workflows, material selection, and documentation, gaining hands-on

Qualifications

• Pursuing/holding a degree in robotics or mechanical engineering with relevant coursework.
• Experience or coursework in CAD design, FEA, and thermal analysis.
• Familiar with hardware design for rugged environments and production

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for enclosures, mounts, and structures.
• Perform CAD work and run simulations to validate strength and heat dissipation.
• Select materials and components for mass, strength, and manufacturability.
• Conduct mechanical tests (shock, vibration) and assist in prototyping.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate mechanics with electronics and sensing.

Skills

CAD proficiency

FEA analysis

Thermal modelling

Field-ready design

Manufacturing knowledge

Systems integration

Lab testing

Education

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Robotics/Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA tools

Thermal tools

Job description

Field AI is building field-ready AI systems for autonomous robotics. As a Mechanical Engineer Intern on the Hardware Team, you will design mechanical housings, mounts, and thermal solutions, collaborating with electrical, compute, and systems engineers to ensure robust field deployments.

You will participate in CAD, simulations, testing, and production readiness throughout the design lifecycle. You will contribute to CAD/FEA workflows, material selection, and documentation, gaining hands-on