Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Join a growing Series A environmental technology company developing industrial metal sorting systems. You will own hands-on mechanical engineering work from design through commissioning, helping build reliable equipment for demanding scrapyard environments.

What You'll Do

• Design singulation, conveyance, and material handling systems that position scrap accurately at the sensor head.

• Develop machine frames, enclosures, guarding, and sensor mounts that maintain optical alignment amid vibration and harsh conditions.

• Manage tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, design for manufacturability, and fabrication packages in coordination with vendors and machine shops.

• Lead on-site installation, commissioning, testing, and field iteration.

• Model throughput and uptime, and plan factory layouts, line balancing, and maintenance access.

What We're Looking For

• Three to seven years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience in complex hardware, automation, robotics, aerospace, semiconductor, or a related field.

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.

• Experience owning mechanical or electromechanical systems from design through build, testing, and commissioning, including on-site installation and travel for equipment commissioning.

• Proficiency with CAD, SolidWorks, GD&T, and released drawing packages.

• Background in material handling, automation, robotics, or other complex mechanical systems, with practical hardware iteration in a factory, lab, or field setting.

• Knowledge of structural, vibration, and tolerance stack-up analysis; experience with servo and pneumatic actuation, PLCs, FMEA, vendor sourcing, or machine shop coordination is valuable.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $135,000 to $190,000 USD annually. Visa sponsorship is available.

Location

On-site in San Francisco, California, United States.