Mechanical Engineer - Build

Job detailsApplication formSalary: $125,000 - $175,000What You Get To Do:Own the full mechanical build of our Poseidon robotic systems from start to finishDevelop new processes for new production required by new product developmentAssemble, integrate, and debug electro-mechanical subsystems including actuators, motors, PCBs, plumbing, and structural assembliesIdentify design issues during build and work directly with the design team to implement improvementsBuild fixtures, tools, and processes that make each unit faster and more reliable to assembleDiagnose failures quickly through teardown, root-cause analysis, and hands-on testingEnsure every Poseidon unit meets quality, fit, alignment, and performance standards before deploymentCollaborate with technicians and engineers to improve the repeatability of every subsystemMaintain build documentation, assembly procedures, and checklists as systems evolveHelp plan and execute the build infrastructure and processes needed to triple robot production in 2026Work closely with design engineers to influence new revisions based on real build-floor feedbackWhat You Will Need:1+ years of hands-on experience assembling or building electro-mechanical hardware; 3+ years preferredAbility to read and produce CAD models, mechanical drawings, and specificationsStrong mechanical intuition with the ability to diagnose issues and propose fixes quicklyHigh proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and standard shop equipmentComfortable owning tasks independently and driving work to completionStrong communication skills and the ability to work closely with design engineers and techniciansExperience with build documentation or writing clear assembly instructionsWillingness to travel occasionally to fishing sites and work with the field engineering team on a dock or boatBonus Qualifications:Fixtures or tooling design experienceExperience with automation, robotics, or motion systemsFamiliarity with Siemens NX or similar CAD softwareExperience with fluid systems, alignment procedures, or precision mechanical assembliesOther Things To Know:Expect to work long hours outside of standard business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends to support testing activities, technician schedules, and production deadlinesThis is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on building hardware that will be deployed into harsh maritime environmentsYou will be the primary owner of Poseidon system build reliability and drive the pace the company needsYou'll move between CAD reviews, wrench-in-hand assembly, troubleshooting on the floor, and pushing design updatesSuccess requires ownership, urgency, and a willingness to solve problems where they happen, not from behind a deskApply for this positionAutofill from resumeSave time by uploading your resume. 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