Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Colorado; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid sick leave

401(k) plan support

Daily meal credit

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Fremont, Colorado is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and prototype mechanical and electronics systems for robots. You will collaborate with hardware teams, lead junior engineers, and communicate with OEMs while supporting the testing and validation of prototypes.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of experience, and strong skills in SolidWorks and prototyping tools. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience in mechanical design and prototyping.
• Hands-on experience with machine tools and manufacturing processes.
• Previous work on robotic platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hardware teams on prototypes.
• Lead junior engineers in project cycles.
• Support testing and validation of robotic prototypes.

Skills

Mechanical design

Collaboration

Prototyping

SolidWorks

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D printers

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Design mechanical and electronics systems for robots

Description

The Job:

• Collaborating with the hardware team to brainstorm and fast-pace prototype new ideas and concepts.
• Leading junior engineers to complete full cycles of plan/execute/test in complex projects.
• Communicating with OEMs for design feedbacks and iterations.
• Supporting the assembly, testing, and validation of robotic prototypes and products. Instructing technicians/lab workers to optimize workload.
• Assisting in the analysis and optimization of mechanical designs for performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Participating in design reviews and providing feedback on mechanical designs.
• Documenting design iterations, test results, and project progress.
• Investigating and troubleshooting issues of the robotics system. Develop and implement targeted solutions as well as documentation to reduce potential failures in future.
• Sharing your knowledge and skills with your teammates, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth.

You:

• Holds a degree in fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent. 2+ year of industry experience.
• Mentality for fast prototyping and testing.
• Previous experience of mechanical design, drawings (SolidWorks), GD&T, building and integration of any kind of robotic platforms. Student competition experience (Battle bot, Baja, F-SAE, etc.) is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping tools and shop equipment, including 3D printers, power tools, and hand tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet‑metal, weldment, machining.
• Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills. Mandarin language skills is preferred.
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and dynamic start‑up environment as part of a small team.
• Work on a full‑time schedule at our office in Fremont.
• Open for regular short onsite visits and for extended onsite visits during feature delivery.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) plan support
• Daily meal credit

Equal Opportunity Statement

Anywhere is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.