Mechanical Engineer - Heavy Equipment

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team developing automated mobile heavy equipment that removes humans from the dull, dirty, and dangerous jobs. In this role, you will take ownership of complex mechanical designs, lead cross-functional efforts, and drive the development of safe and reliable automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end design of major subsystems and ensure successful integration into full systems.
• Lead cross-functional design reviews, making trade-off decisions between mechanical, electrical, and software requirements.
• Drive validation at the system level, ensuring performance, reliability, and safety standards are met.
• Guide design standards, best practices, and process improvements for the mechanical engineering function.
• Collaborate directly with customers, product management, and suppliers on high-impact initiatives.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Deep expertise in CAD software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar), including advanced assemblies and design-for-manufacturing practices.
• Advanced experience in mechanical design and system integration, ideally in automation, robotics, or heavy equipment.
• Strong record of delivering complex systems from concept to production.
• Strong understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Deep understanding of stress/strain (FEA) and vibration analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in design-for-manufacturing, prototyping, and testing at scale.
• Proven ability to influence technical direction and manage competing requirements across disciplines.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work
• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief