Staff Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

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We're growing fast and looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our core engineering team. This is a critical role for a senior individual contributor who will drive the mechanical architecture of our flagship robot platforms. You'll be responsible for taking complex systems from concept through high-volume production, leading technically across projects, and shaping the long-term direction of Slip's hardware design.

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What You'll Do:

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Own mechanical architecture decisions and lead the design of key subsystems for autonomous mobile robots.

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Serve as the technical lead across multidisciplinary teams to ensure mechanical, electrical, and software integration.

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Spearhead the design and deployment of new hardware capabilities for cargo handling and storage on and above the robot platform.

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Lead the transition from prototype to production, developing scalable, cost-effective, and reliable systems.

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Identify and solve critical electromechanical reliability challenges in real-world operating environments.

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Mentor other engineers and contribute to team best practices, reviews, and engineering culture.

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We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:

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Skills and Requirements

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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

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7+ years of industry experience in mechanical design and product development, ideally in robotics, automotive, or industrial systems.

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Proven track record of delivering complex, production-ready hardware in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

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Expertise in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Onshape, PDM), FEA/simulation, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA practices.

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Deep understanding of materials, mechanical systems, and a range of manufacturing processes.

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Strong systems thinking, with the ability to lead cross-functional efforts and balance tradeoffs across hardware, software, and operations.

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Excellent communication, documentation, and mentorship skills. na null

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We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to