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Mechanical Engineer, Fauna

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-05-01

The role is for a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on designing, prototyping, testing, and scaling mechanical systems for robotic systems, requiring expertise in mechanism design and mechatronics.

Responsibilities

  • Develop prototypes and refine designs for robotic mechanisms and subsystems
  • Create and optimize precision mechanical systems, including linkages, joints, and actuation systems
  • Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and control systems
  • Partner with in-house designers to meet product aesthetic and cosmetic requirements
  • Design parts for machining, casting, 3D printing, and other manufacturing processes
  • Work with suppliers and manufacturers worldwide to source components, manage production timelines, and maintain quality standards
  • Perform life-cycle testing, quality assurance, and failure analysis to validate designs and ensure product reliability

Job Requirements

  • Experience developing products for large volume production
  • 5+ years of working in mechanical engineering background
  • Experience with CAD software (Solidworks, Onshape, NX, Catia, etc)
  • Strong knowledge of prototyping and mechanism design
  • Proficiency in designing machined, cast, and 3D-printed parts
  • Experience with mechatronics, including sensors, actuators, and motion control systems
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and working with a global supply chain
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