Alexander Chapman
Mechanical Engineer (San Mateo)
Alexander Chapman, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
Mechanical Engineer (Robotics)
We are partnering with a robotics company building complex electro-mechanical systems where mechanical design directly determines real-world performance. This role is for someone who doesnt just design parts, but
owns motion, reliability, and scale .
What Youll Do
Own the end-to-end mechanical design of
complex electro-mechanical systems with moving parts Design and prototype
custom mechanisms and actuators
under aggressive timelines Drive concepts from first prototype through
high-volume production Personally design parts for
volume manufacturing processes , including: Injection molding Die casting Stamping / sheet metal Extrusion Powder metal / MIM Partner closely with contract manufacturers (CMs) to ensure
DFM, reliability, and cost targets
are met Build systems that are not just elegant but
robust, testable, and shippable at scale
What Were Looking For
Exceptionally strong
mechanical intuition,
you understand how things move, fail, and improve Proven ability to
design and prototype quickly
without sacrificing rigor Track record of
shipping reliable, hardware products at scale Deep hands-on experience designing
custom mechanisms, joints, transmissions, and actuators Experience owning mechanical architecture for
complex systems with dynamic loads and tight tolerances Comfortable operating across ambiguity, tight timelines, and high expectations
Required Background
Currently working at a
robotics company
(hands-on mechanical role) Background in electro-mechanical systems with
real moving parts
(not CAD-only work) Experience taking designs from concept
prototype
volume production
Ideal Signals
Designed robotic arms, legs, mobile platforms, end-effectors, or actuation systems Personally responsible for motor selection, gearing, kinematics, or load paths Close collaboration with electrical and controls teams Bias for execution and ownership over documentation and theory
We are partnering with a robotics company building complex electro-mechanical systems where mechanical design directly determines real-world performance. This role is for someone who doesnt just design parts, but
owns motion, reliability, and scale .
What Youll Do
Own the end-to-end mechanical design of
complex electro-mechanical systems with moving parts Design and prototype
custom mechanisms and actuators
under aggressive timelines Drive concepts from first prototype through
high-volume production Personally design parts for
volume manufacturing processes , including: Injection molding Die casting Stamping / sheet metal Extrusion Powder metal / MIM Partner closely with contract manufacturers (CMs) to ensure
DFM, reliability, and cost targets
are met Build systems that are not just elegant but
robust, testable, and shippable at scale
What Were Looking For
Exceptionally strong
mechanical intuition,
you understand how things move, fail, and improve Proven ability to
design and prototype quickly
without sacrificing rigor Track record of
shipping reliable, hardware products at scale Deep hands-on experience designing
custom mechanisms, joints, transmissions, and actuators Experience owning mechanical architecture for
complex systems with dynamic loads and tight tolerances Comfortable operating across ambiguity, tight timelines, and high expectations
Required Background
Currently working at a
robotics company
(hands-on mechanical role) Background in electro-mechanical systems with
real moving parts
(not CAD-only work) Experience taking designs from concept
prototype
volume production
Ideal Signals
Designed robotic arms, legs, mobile platforms, end-effectors, or actuation systems Personally responsible for motor selection, gearing, kinematics, or load paths Close collaboration with electrical and controls teams Bias for execution and ownership over documentation and theory