RoboForce
Senior / Staff Mechanical Engineer
Milpitas, CA · Staff+ · Full-time
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$5,693 more — $165,693 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $165,693 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Mechanical Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- The company's robots are engineered for demanding industrial environments, with a focus on real-world deployment and scalability.
- This role offers an opportunity to push the boundaries of robotics technology while working on projects with real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical systems for AI robots.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to evaluate designs.
- Create engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation for manufacturing.
- Work closely with vendors to design and develop various modules.
- Perform prototype fabrication, testing, and validation to meet performance, reliability, and safety standards.
- RoboForce is an AI robotics company developing Physical AI-powered Robo-Labor for dull, dirty, and dangerous work.
- You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable and high-performance robotic solutions.
- Visa sponsorship and green card support for qualified candidates.
- Lunches and dinners, a fully stocked kitchen, and regular team-building events.
Requirements
- Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in robotics or automation.
- Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems.
- Experience with FEA and other simulation tools.
- Proven track record of leading projects from concept to production.
Nice to have
- Experience with robotics, mechatronics, or automation.
- Familiarity with actuators, sensors, and control systems.
- Rapid prototyping techniques.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards in robotics.
Compensation
- Salary $160,000-$265,000 USD + Bonus + Equity
- The base salary range above represents the expected compensation for this full-time U.S. position.
- Final compensation will be determined based on role scope, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training, and may fall outside the listed range in exceptional cases.
Benefits
- Competitive stock options/equity programs.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan.
- Compensation: Salary $160,000-$265,000 USD + Bonus + Equity
- Final compensation will be determined based on role scope, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training, and may fall outside the listed range in exceptional cases.
Company info
- We are seeking a Senior / Staff Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and refine mechanical systems and components for cutting-edge robotic products.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa sponsorship and green card support for qualified candidates.
This listing is sourced directly from RoboForce's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.