Outrider

Principal Mechatronics Engineer

Henderson, Colorado · Principal

No sponsorship$170k-$200kDetected 7 days ago

PythonC++LogisticsFEAGD&TSystems EngineeringRoboticsMechanical DesignHardware DesignTest AutomationLeadershipMentoringTolerance Analysis

About the role

This is a high-impact, hands-on technical leadership role for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of rigorous analysis and practical field reality.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in electromechanical systems, a strong reliability and durability mindset, and the ability to mentor and elevate a team of mechanical engineers.
Hybrid/remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

This role owns mechanical architecture from concept through field deployment, setting engineering standards and driving design decisions that shape the reliability and scalability of the product.
The opportunity offers a technical, hands-on team member the chance to help develop a market-defining enterprise product that combines autonomous vehicle technology with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) business model.
Own the mechanical architecture of advanced robotic manipulation, including end effector, actuation, and hardware systems, from requirements definition through design, validation, and field release
Define and maintain engineering standards for CAD, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and documentation across the mechanical team
Apply design for manufacturability (DFM) principles throughout the design process, collaborating with vendors and contract manufacturers to ensure designs are producible, cost-effective, and scalable from prototype to production volumes
Lead design reviews and provide technical mentorship to Mechanical Engineer I/II team members
Partner with software, electrical, and systems engineering teams to define HW/SW interface requirements and ensure integrated system performance
Lead reliability initiatives, including failure mode analysis (FMEA/FTA), design for reliability, and systematic corrective action to improve durability, safety, and lifecycle cost across the fleet

8+ years of experience with integrated hardware/software systems such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other industrial automation products
Deep expertise in designing and documenting machined parts, weldments, sheet metal, and assemblies with full GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
Experience applying DFM principles to machined parts, sheet metal, weldments, and molded or cast components, with demonstrated ability to reduce part complexity and manufacturing cost without compromising performance
Experience leading reliability programs - FMEA, root cause analysis, corrective action - on fielded hardware systems
Proficiency with FEA and the ability to guide others in applying simulation to design decisions
Experience with PDM systems and formal part release processes
Experience designing and integrating sensors into electromechanical systems
Track record of mentoring engineers and raising the technical quality of a team
Experience with robotic manipulator design, including joint design, linkage synthesis, and actuation selection
Experience designing hardware for hardened outdoor environments (ingress protection, thermal cycling, vibration, shock)

Actual compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, and specific work location due to differences in the cost of labor
Salary: $170,000 - $200,000

This role is mission-critical for helping deliver a safety-critical system for industrial automation.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

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