What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Robotics position at rStream?
Job Summary
rStream is a federally funded startup bringing robotic waste sorting to the point of disposal creating a world where it takes zero human effort for all disposed materials to go to their highest purpose. We are hiring a Mechanical Engineering & Robotics Intern to support the design and fabrication of rStream’s sorting system during the winter/spring of 2025.
Job Description:
Our team is looking for a Co-Op student with an interest in solving challenging mechanical design and mechatronics problems for robotic systems. Through this opportunity, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of engineers and researchers to design and develop the hardware and controls of a compact waste sorting robot for serval industry changing applications. We are looking for students who are self-motivated and interested in working on hardware design, system logic and controls, and mechatronics.
Responsibilities:
- Design, fabricate, and assemble mechanical/robotic systems and test spaces, including structural, electromechanical, and sensing components.
- Maintain regular contact with team members to support their needs and requirements.
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and effective robotics lab environment.
- Run, document, and clearly communicate testing activities, conditions, and results.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned.
Requirements/Skills:
- The candidate is a student in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant degree.
- Experience with mechanical CAD software (e.g., Fusion360 or Solidworks)
- Prototyping, 3D printing, novel mechanism design, hand tools, soldering
Preferred (not required):
- Typical mechatronic system component experience (e.g., sensors, software, circuits/schematics, microcontrollers, motors, and linkages)
- Experiment design
- Experience with segmentation and object detection
- Familiarity with version tracking/control (i.e., GitHub)
- Experience with fast-paced iteration of prototypes/products
- Effective collaboration, team work, and communication skills
- Specialized Skills: Familiarity with automation/robotics and IoT protocols
- Startup ready mentality
How to apply:
Please email your application and any supporting materials to careers@rstreamrecycling.com with the subject line: [first initial_last name] Mechanical Engineer & Robotics Co-op Application
rStream is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
