What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position at Fruition IT?
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Robotics Industry
Location : Austin, Texas
Our client, an innovative leader in the robotics industry, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the entire robot lifecycle, from design to production, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers. If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing :
- Design and develop next-generation robotic hardware, pushing the limits of manufacturing technology while minimizing costs.
- Perform structural and thermal analysis, correlating results with physical testing.
- Prototype components using tools such as laser cutters, 3D printers, and hand tools to test and refine new concepts.
- Create and maintain CAD assemblies, perform tolerance stack-up analysis, and implement GD&T.
- Build and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Work closely with manufacturers to enhance production processes, design fixtures and tools, and improve assembly efficiency at scale.
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures for mechanical systems and components.
- Design and set up testing environments to simulate real-world conditions, collecting and analyzing data for performance assessment.
- Conduct mechanical tests, including stress testing, vibration analysis, thermal testing, and durability assessments.
- Document and present test results, identifying potential areas for improvement and communicating findings to the broader engineering team.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues within the existing robot fleet, implementing improvements and reporting to leadership.
- Support builds at offsite and overseas vendors, document improvements, and manage build configurations.
Qualifications :
This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to be at the forefront of robotics innovation. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!
