Senior Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in autonomous drone networks seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and testing of drone aircraft and landing stations. You will own complex mechanical subsystems from concept to production, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Free health plan

One Medical Subscription

Dental, vision, life insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k)

Qualifications

• 7+ years in mechanical design of complex systems.
• Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype mechanical components for UAVs.
• Conduct detailed analyses to evaluate designs.
• Oversee fabrication and assembly of prototypes.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Analytical Skills

Prototyping

Tools

CAD

FEA

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Matternet designs, builds, and operates autonomous drone networks that enable ultra-fast, low-cost, and zero-emission package delivery. We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, testing, and improvement of our drone aircraft and landing stations. You’ll own complex mechanical subsystems end-to-end, from concept to production, in a fast-moving startup environment.

You Will:

• Design and prototype mechanical components and systems for UAVs, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Conduct detailed analyses, including finite element analysis (FEA), to evaluate designs under various load conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and specifications for mechanical systems.
• Oversee the fabrication and assembly of prototypes, guiding the testing and validation processes.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance product performance and manufacturability.
• Support product development through the creation of comprehensive documentation and engineering reports.

Requirements

• 7+ years in mechanical design of complex systems (preferably drones, robotics, aerospace or automotive)
• Proficiency in engineering software, e.g. CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent) and FEA tools.
• Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of mechanical principles and materials.
• Proven track record of developing mechanical systems in a fast-paced, iterative design environment.
• Experience with rapid, hands-on prototyping and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with scaling mechanical designs for production.
• Comfortable moving quickly, owning decisions, and collaborating across discipline

Qualifications:

• Experience in designing an aircraft system
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards relevant to UAVs
• Knowledge of electrical systems integration

Work Environment:

• This is an onsite role with opportunities for hands-on work in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits

• Salary $150k-$230k. This is a general range based on data from the SF bay area. Final compensation is based on level, experience and location
• Free health plan and One Medical Subscription
• Dental, vision, life and insurance and flexible spending accounts
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k)