Kickmaker

Mechanical Engineer

Austin, TX

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$120kDetected 124 days ago

SolidWorksCreoThermal AnalysisGD&TRoboticsMechanical DesignMedical DevicesActuators

About the role

We're evolving with a real maker culture!
Our approach: to enable everyone to fulfill their potential by working on exciting projects, and to encourage autonomy and initiative.

Design and develop mechanical systems for actuators, robotic joints, and assemblies.
Perform motor sizing, wiring layout, and thermal management for compact electromechanical systems.
Create detailed 3D and 2D designs using SolidWorks / PTC Creo, ensuring GD&T compliance for manufacturability.
Work with manufacturing partners on aluminum die casting, machining, and assembly processes.
Integrate sensors, motors, and control electronics within mechanical designs.
Support automation and system integration during robotic builds.
The role involves mechanical design, prototyping, and testing of subassemblies that integrate actuators, motors, and electronics into high-performance robotic mechanisms.
You will collaborate with electrical and software engineers to bring mechanical concepts to life; from CAD to bench testing to working robots.
build a space where innovators can explore, experiment, and push boundaries together.
If you've ever looked at a product and thought, "I could build this better," let's talk!

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Automation…
Experience with actuators, motion systems, and sensors Knowledge of thermal and wiring constraints
You can also join our 401(k) plan to invest in your future.
Strong background in mechanical + mechatronic design
5 years of hands-on design and prototyping experience in robotics or similar fields.
Hands-on mindset, you like bench testing and iteration
Proficient with SolidWorks / Creo / GD&T
Your adventure at Kickmaker
At Kickmaker you'll work on 5-10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range of industries: from robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, and automotive, to micro-mobility, beauty tech, sports exoskeletons, and AI-driven hardware.
Your path evolves with your curiosity: we help you grow where your professional ambitions and personal passions meet, always connected to the latest tech breakthroughs.
We offer a benefits package designed to support you and your family while keeping costs low. T his includes health and dental coverage, paid time off and 5 sick days for rest and renewal. You can also join our 401(k) plan to invest in your future.
Our Culture & Spirit
Kickmaker is built by innovators, for innovators. Across our 7 offices we give you the tools to make your ideas happen.

At Kickmaker you'll work on 5–10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range of industries: from robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, and automotive, to micro-mobility, beauty tech, sports exoskeletons, and AI-driven hardware.

We offer a benefits package designed to support you and your family while keeping costs low.
T his includes health and dental coverage, paid time off and 5 sick days for rest and renewal.

to enable everyone to fulfill their potential by working on exciting projects, and to encourage autonomy and initiative.
Present in France, China and the United States, our community counts over 250 passionate kickers and keeps growing.
It is in this context that we are looking to strengthen our team in Boston, Seattle and San Fransisco.

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