Senior Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer - Pittsburgh

ATOMS Careers page; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 149,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Discretionary vacation

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Lab37 Robotics is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications. You will create detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions while collaborating with electrical, software, and product teams to ensure integrated, functional designs.

You will prototype and test designs, analyze performance data, and iterate for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience working as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, with a strong portfolio showcasing past projects and designs.
• Practical experience in building and testing mechanical systems; hands-on fabrication skills are highly valued.
• A genuine enthusiasm for actuation, mechanisms, and robotics.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an innovative approach to mechanical design challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications, ensuring functionality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and product managers, to integrate mechanical designs with electronic and software components.
• Conduct hands-on prototype building and testing, analyzing performance data to iterate on designs.
• Utilize a variety of manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs for performance and efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews, presenting design concepts and demonstrating prototypes to stakeholders.
• Manage documentation related to project plans, design specifications, and testing procedures

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

Hands-on fabrication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent in related field

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Lab37 Robotics is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications. You will create detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions while collaborating with electrical, software, and product teams to ensure integrated, functional designs.

You will prototype and test designs, analyze performance data, and iterate for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.