Collaborative Robotics
Mechanical Engineer, AI Data Collection
Santa Clara · Junior
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $141,835 would place this position at wage Level II. 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
- Collaborative Robotics is seeking an early-career Mechanical Engineer to keep our robot data collection systems running.
- This role sits on the core mechanical engineering team, with a path to grow into robot development work across our hardware programs.
- Join us to reimagine the future of human-robot interaction.
Responsibilities
- Build, modify, and improve rigs and fixtures using 80/20 framing, machined and printed parts, brackets, mounts, and cable management.
- Track recurring failures and drive improvements back into rig design and spares strategy.
- Support bring-up of new rigs and workcells as data collection scales.
- Partner with the data collection program manager and technicians to prioritize repairs and improvements.
- Take on mechanical design tasks with the core engineering team as you grow, supporting robot development programs.
Requirements
- Working proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar).
- Must have and maintain US work authorization.
Nice to have
- Demonstrated passion for robotics through personal projects, FIRST or similar competitions, or research work.
- Experience with robot arms, teleoperation setups, or motion systems.
- Basic scripting ability (Python or similar) for debugging and small tools.
- Experience soldering, crimping, and repairing cable assemblies.
- Familiarity with rapid prototyping (3D printing, laser cutting, basic machining).
- The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the noted geographic area.
- Cobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Compensation
- The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000- $160,000 base plus equity and comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) plan, unlimited paid vacation time, paid sick leave, and parental leave.
Benefits
- You will own the day-to-day health of our teleoperation and data collection rigs, working hands-on across mechanical hardware, cabling, basic electrical, and light software.
Company info
- We are working to realize a world where robots are a trusted extension of your surroundings.
- We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must have and maintain US work authorization.
This listing is sourced directly from Collaborative Robotics's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.