Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer: Prototyping Autonomous Systems

D24 Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

D24 Search is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for autonomous robotic systems deployed in real data-centre environments. You will own mechanical subsystems from concept to prototype, with fast iteration in-house.

The role requires CAD proficiency, hands-on fabrication, and collaboration with electrical and software teams. On-site in San Francisco, you will ship hardware that moves from demos to infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build prototypes from concept to working hardware.
• Proficient in CAD with SolidWorks or Fusion 360.
• 2-5 years of mechanical design experience in robotic or hardware systems.
• Experience in a hardware startup or hands-on engineering team (FSAE, robotics club).
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on fabrication: 3D printing, CNC machining, shop tools.
• Willing to work on-site in San Francisco, CA.
• Authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical subsystem design from first sketch through prototype and iteration, making decisions on materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods.
• Design parts and assemblies in CAD, supported by hand calculations and FEA, optimized for rapid prototyping methods including 3D printing and CNC machining.
• Build prototypes yourself using 3D printers, shop tools, and CNC equipment - turning designs into physical hardware quickly.
• Integrate mechanical designs with motors, sensors, electronics, and actuators on robotic arms and mobile bases.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, software, and robotics teams to bring complete autonomous systems together for production deployment.

Skills

Prototype hardware

CAD proficiency

Ownership

Robotics hardware

Mechatronics

FEA/topology optimization

Fabrication

Startup experience

End-to-end ownership

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

D24 Search is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for autonomous robotic systems deployed in real data-centre environments. You will own mechanical subsystems from concept to prototype, with fast iteration in-house.

The role requires CAD proficiency, hands-on fabrication, and collaboration with electrical and software teams. On-site in San Francisco, you will ship hardware that moves from demos to infrastructure.