Robotics Mechanical Engineer – Hardware Design & Prototyping

Dexterity, Inc.; Redwood City, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterity, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our fast-paced hardware product engineering team in California.

You will design, prototype, test, and refine mechanical solutions that address real-world robotics challenges, collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to move concepts from idea to implementation. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of relevant mechanical design experience, strong 3D CAD skills (NX preferred), and hands-on prototyping and testing ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years of mechanical design or product development experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (NX preferred).
• Experience creating 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T.
• Hands-on prototyping and testing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Translate system-level requirements into mechanical sub-system designs.
• Model parts and assemblies in NX and create 2D drawings.
• Prototype, test, and validate components and assemblies.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to meet functional and DfX goals.
• Generate and maintain BOMs, test reports, and assembly instructions.
• Work with electrical, system, and software teams; support pilot builds and production readiness.

Job description

Dexterity, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our fast-paced hardware product engineering team in California.

You will design, prototype, test, and refine mechanical solutions that address real-world robotics challenges, collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to move concepts from idea to implementation. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of relevant mechanical design experience, strong 3D CAD skills (NX preferred), and hands-on prototyping and testing ability.