Senior Staff Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer

Atomic Machines; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a talented Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer to drive advancements in robotic manufacturing. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of micromanufacturing technology, designing precision mechanisms for assembling microscopic parts. Collaborate with diverse teams to influence the future of high-precision automation, utilizing your expertise in mechanical design and CAD tools. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the development of groundbreaking technologies and products. If you are passionate about robotics and eager to take on challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in electromechanical design.
• Expertise in CAD tools and mechanical design principles.
• Hands-on experience in fabrication and machining.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanisms for robotic manufacturing.
• Conduct rigorous testing of designs and prototypes.
• Create CAD models, BOMs, and technical documentation.

Skills

Mechanical Design Principles

CAD Tools

Electromechanical Axes Design

Precision Engineering Fundamentals

Communication Skills

Fabrication and Machining

Control Algorithms

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAM

CNC

PDM

PLM

G-Suite

Job description

Senior Staff Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer

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Overview

This range is provided by Atomic Machines. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

About Atomic Machines

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era in micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler (MC) technology. The MC enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by offering manufacturing processes and a materials library that are inaccessible to semiconductor manufacturing methods. The MC promises to unlock MEMS manufacturing for many device classes and to open up entirely new classes. The MC is a fully digital, multi-process, multi-material technology: raw materials go in, and functional micromachines come out. The team has already created an exciting first device, which will be unveiled soon.

Our offices are in Berkeley and Santa Clara, California.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer to shape our groundbreaking robotic manufacturing platform. You will work at the cutting edge of precision manipulation, designing subsystems for assembling microscopic parts with unparalleled accuracy.

This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams early in product development, including mechanical design, electrical engineering, vision systems, robotics controls, and manufacturing engineering. You will gain multidisciplinary experience and directly influence the future of scalable, high-precision automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanisms, end effectors, robotic axes, and systems for a modular robotic manufacturing platform.
• Subject designs and prototypes to rigorous testing, verifying performance down to the sub-micron level.
• Work on complex subsystems, developing control algorithms, machine vision, and inspection functionalities.
• Create CAD models, BOMs, detailed drawings, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate using PDM, PLM, project management, and G-Suite tools.
• Engage hands-on with fabrication and assembly in our lab and machine shop.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of industry experience, including electromechanical axes design (bearing, actuator, encoder selection).
• Expertise in mechanical design principles and CAD tools.
• Experience with precision engineering fundamentals.
• Self-motivated learner with curiosity, initiative, and adaptability.
• Ability to incorporate feedback and adjust approaches quickly.
• Team-oriented with a focus on collective success and willingness to take on varied tasks.
• Hands-on experience in fabrication, machining, and prototyping; proficiency with CAM and CNC preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive, self-driven, with a minimum B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with high vacuum systems, laser, and optical systems.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Child care support, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Disability insurance