San Francisco · On-site

Take hardware from requirements to a working prototype across mechanical, electrical and control interfaces. Own the gaps between disciplines and verify the result on the bench.

Responsibilities

Turn requirements into testable specifications, component choices and a prototype plan.
Integrate mechanisms, electronics, sensors and actuators into a working prototype.
Isolate faults through measurement, implement changes and repeat tests.
Document CAD, BOMs, wiring and test results so another engineer can reproduce the work.

Basic qualifications

A hardware project you personally designed, built and tested.
Depth in mechanical, electrical or embedded engineering and willingness to work across interfaces.
Ability to diagnose problems and improve a design using measured evidence.

Preferred experience

System integration on robots, satellites, industrial equipment or student engineering projects.
Experience sourcing prototype parts, coordinating fabrication or building test fixtures.

Example focus for the first month

As an example, assemble one scoped prototype subsystem and deliver test results and a clear recommendation for the next iteration. The actual assignment, scope and evaluation criteria are agreed before joining.

Working together

Location On-site in San Francisco, working directly with the team.
Start We agree the start date together.
Duration The first month is a trial. Any continuation is discussed and agreed by both sides.
Commitment Near-full-time. Exact working days and hours are agreed before starting.
Terms Compensation, engagement type and expenses are discussed during the process and agreed before joining.

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Along with your background, show us what you personally designed, assembled or brought to life: work samples, code, CAD, test records or video. Attach files below or send links. Please include:

Your background
Links to work samples or a portfolio
Your earliest start date and how long you can join
Expected working days and hours per week
Whether you can work on-site in San Francisco
Any other roles that interest you

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