Senior Mechanical Engineer - Robotics Subsystems Lead

OpenAI; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 295,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in San Francisco, CA, to lead the design and development of mechanical subsystems in robotic platforms. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute to hardware programs through prototyping and production.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical design fundamentals, 5+ years in similar roles, and proficiency in CAD tools. OpenAI promotes a diverse work environment and offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in mechanical design or robotics.
• Familiarity with high volume GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Experience with prototyping and hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and iteration of mechanical subsystems.
• Create and maintain CAD models and documentation.
• Analyze test results and drive design improvements.

Skills

Mechanical intuition

Hands-on work

Iterative design

Detail-oriented documentation

Experience in scaling physical products

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools (NX, SolidWorks)

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Job description

OpenAI is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in San Francisco, CA, to lead the design and development of mechanical subsystems in robotic platforms. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute to hardware programs through prototyping and production.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical design fundamentals, 5+ years in similar roles, and proficiency in CAD tools. OpenAI promotes a diverse work environment and offers a competitive salary.