About this role
Watney is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a full-time robotics role based onsite in San Francisco. This position suits an experienced professional with a background in hardware design who wants to build autonomous robotic systems for critical infrastructure.
Role Overview
Watney is hiring a foundational engineering team member to design parts and assemblies for a growing fleet of production robots. The position involves working closely with the founding team at the San Francisco headquarters to move hardware products from initial concept through to full production.
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About the Company
Watney builds and deploys autonomous robotic systems aimed at expanding human ambition in the physical world and addressing labor shortages and operational complexity in critical infrastructure. The organization maintains social media profiles on X and LinkedIn.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application.
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Where is this job located?
This position is located onsite at the company headquarters in San Francisco.
What is the primary focus of the role?
The role focuses on designing custom mechanical components and assemblies for a fleet of production robots from concept to production.
How many years of experience are required?
Candidates must have at least four years of mechanical design experience.
What software proficiency is needed?
Proficiency in 3D modeling software such as Creo, Solidworks, or NX is required, with Onshape noted as a major plus.
Who does this engineer work with?
The engineer collaborates directly with the founding team, hardware engineers, and the operations team.