Staff Mechanical Engineer

About MytraWe’re creating an entirely new way to solve the most ubiquitous problem in industry - moving and storing material. We’re applying robotics and distributed software to create a new class of product for this $1T market. We’re focused on the supply chain industry first. The industry is in a massive bind with the continued growth of e-commerce, sharp rise in costs, and supply chain disruptions. What has been a “sleepy” industry for decades is now at the epicenter of sustaining the global economy.About The RoleCome lead the development of cutting-edge distributed cooperative robotics. We’re looking for creative thinkers to help solve for extremely ambitious goals. You’ll get an opportunity to work on electro-mechanical systems in close collaboration with the electrical and software teams. Our team is focused on fast iteration and learning, so you’ll have the opportunity to have your designs built quickly, test them, and take those test results to design improvements.What You’ll DoCreate novel electro-mechanical mechanisms and systems for a mobile robotics platform and validate them using rapid prototyping fabrication methodsBuild, debug and support prototype robotsDevelop designs for volume production methods, knowledge of casting, injection molding, stamping, and other volume production processesPerform failure modes analysisCreate work instructions for fabricating robotic systemsDevelop concepts for systems to meet design requirementsSupport robot deployments at customer sites as requiredRedesign robotic systems for volume manufacturing, focusing on reliability and cost optimizationIdeal CandidatesDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or Mechatronics with 5 years of industry experienceExperience designing and debugging electromechanical systemsProficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (Solidworks and Onshape preferred). FEA experience (ANSYS preferred) an asset.Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environmentHands on experience with 3D printing, sheet metal design, casting, injection molding, prototype manufacturing and assemblyNice To HaveExperience drafting engineering drawings, conducting tolerance stack-up analysis, GD&T, etc.Experience with embedded and edge devices, programming, industrial engineering, electrical system selection and design a plusA Final NoteIf this role excites you, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t check every box. At Mytra, we build bots, but we hire humans. We value thoughtful challengers who communicate with clarity and respect, and we’re lifelong learners committed to getting better every day. We move fast, learn faster, and show up for each other under pressure. The best outcomes come from diverse perspectives working together to build something meaningful and built to lastBenefits IncludeCompetitive compensation and equity grants at a high-growth company backed by top-tier VCsFully subsidized health coverage, including medical (baseline plans), dental, and vision for employees and dependents401(k) plans and employer-subsidized life insuranceFully subsidized lunch and snacks at HQ—we eat and share stories together at the “long” tableGenerous PTO and company-paid holidays, including one week over the winter break so everyone can recharge togetherVoluntary pet insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital IndemnityFully subsidized tax advisory services and education to help you understand your equityCommuter benefits, including a up to $150 monthly commuter benefitLively, modern combined office and lab space where we rapidly iterate through design, build, and test phasesFully equipped onsite gym and showers at headquartersPay NoticeCompensation for this position will be set based on the candidate's experience level and location. The posted salary band is applicable only to the San Francisco Bay Area and is subject to change.This role requires on-site presence at our Brisbane, CA headquarters, for close collaboration with the other teams.The Pay Range For This Role Is200,000 - 220,000 USD per year(Mytra, Inc.)