What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position at Karkidi?
We are looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to design and scale reliable, innovative new hardware components to meet the needs of our cutting-edge AI applications.
AREAS OF FOCUS
Using CAD to design, prototype, and release components to manufacture
Excelling in both numerical analysis and creation of test setups to empirically quantify performance, reliability, and failure modes of new & existing system components
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to communicate requirements, design intents, and test procedures for these components
YOU WILL
Design and iterate on components & mechatronic subsystems to deploy at customer sites per product requirements within aggressive timelines
Lead design and development work from concept through production for mid-scale volumes; perform DFM, DFA, tolerance analysis
Design and integrate actuated mechanisms and pneumatics for automated robotic material handling applications
Integrate custom sensors and electronic assemblies into industrial-grade components
Develop and lead the design of experiments for validation of component functionality & robustness throughout its expected lifecycle
Consolidate and parameterize component designs for both ease of configuration and scalability in the field
Lead the development of the internal roadmap for the standardized components & subsystem module space
Be comfortable both working with vendors and working in a shop environment for quick turn prototyping and iterating on designs
Evangelize best practices for CAD, data management, documentation, and cross-company communication
YOU HAVE
At least 7-12 years experience designing mechanical industrial components
A Bachelor’s level degree or higher in Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
Proficiency in Onshape or Solidworks & implementing data management workflows
Selection and integration of pneumatic & electric actuators
Harness design, wiring & PCB integration
Strong grasp of analytical methods (FEA) and experience-backed theoretical reasoning
Highly familiar with quick-turn manufacturing and rapid prototyping
Strong cross-functional communication, documentation, and presentation skills
NICE TO HAVES
Practical usage of sensors & microcontrollers for instrumentation & experimentation
Proficient with hand tools, a mill, lathe & rapid prototyping equipment
Cameras, optics & precision calibration
Working with robotic arms or automation equipment
Data acquisition tools & analysis
Background as a CAD administrator
Background in vacuum & gripping technology
150,000 - $200,000 a year
Base pay is one element of our total rewards package which may also include comprehensive benefits, equity, etc., depending on eligibility. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as years of relevant experience, skills, education, etc. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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