CloudKitchens

Mechanical Design Engineer

CloudKitchens$149K — $188K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software
  • Practical experience in building and testing mechanical systems
  • Enthusiasm for actuation, mechanisms, and robotics
  • Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills with an innovative approach

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models and assembly instructions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for mechanical designs
  • Conduct hands-on prototype building and testing
  • Optimize designs using various manufacturing processes
  • Participate in design reviews, presenting concepts to stakeholders
  • Manage documentation for project plans and testing procedures

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Discretionary vacation days and paid holidays
  • Paid sick time and bereavement leave
  • Paid parental leave
Full Job Description
Job Description

Work with a team to understand the contents of the larger system. Take on the ownership of a hardware module, understand, develop and improve upon its requirements. Create CAD and all documentation required for its development, build, and testing. Be detail-oriented and demonstrate a sense of pride in your work.

What you'll do
  • Design and develop mechanical systems for robotic applications, ensuring functionality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and product managers, to integrate mechanical designs with electronic and software components.
  • Conduct hands-on prototype building and testing, analyzing performance data to iterate on designs.
  • Utilize a variety of manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs for performance and efficiency.
  • Participate in design reviews, presenting design concepts and demonstrating prototypes to stakeholders.
  • Manage documentation related to project plans, design specifications, and testing procedures.


What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, with a strong portfolio showcasing past projects and designs.
  • Practical experience in building and testing mechanical systems; hands-on fabrication skills are highly valued.
  • A genuine enthusiasm for actuation, mechanisms, and robotics.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and an innovative approach to mechanical design challenges.


What else you need to know

This role is based in our Warrendale office. As a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $149,000 - $188,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
  • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
  • Pet insurance discount.
  • 401(k).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Time Off policies:
    • Discretionary vacation days
    • 8 paid holidays per year
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid Bereavement leave
    • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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About CloudKitchens

CloudKitchens is a technology company that provides a platform for restaurants to operate delivery-only kitchens. The company's platform allows restaurants to expand their delivery reach without the need for additional physical locations, while also providing real-time data and analytics to optimize operations. CloudKitchens was founded in 2016 by Travis Kalanick, the co-founder of Uber, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about CloudKitchens
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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