Robotics Hardware Engineer — Startup, SF Bay Area

Cargo Robotics; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

401k

PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

Cargo Robotics is building the X1 Robotic Cargo Bay and is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join the first 5 employees in our SF Bay Area startup. You’ll collaborate with the CTO and software team to bring hardware and systems from concept to production, delivering reliable, scalable robotics for last‑mile delivery.

You will prototype, test, and iterate with strong CAD, hands‑on fabrication, and engineering skills, helping grow the team as we pilot our first production builds in the field.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience developing complex mechanical products.
• Strong CAD skills and prototyping experience (3D printing, laser cutting).
• Experience with robot arms or gantries; motor control (PID).

Responsibilities

• Develop systems from concept to production for X1 and beyond.
• Lead pilot builds and collaborate with CTO and software team.
• Define requirements, test plans, and documentation for robust designs.
• Source and manage new team members as we grow.

Skills

Hands-on experience

CAD

Prototyping

DFM/DFA

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Cargo Robotics is building the X1 Robotic Cargo Bay and is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join the first 5 employees in our SF Bay Area startup. You’ll collaborate with the CTO and software team to bring hardware and systems from concept to production, delivering reliable, scalable robotics for last‑mile delivery.

You will prototype, test, and iterate with strong CAD, hands‑on fabrication, and engineering skills, helping grow the team as we pilot our first production builds in the field.