What to to ExpectAs a Mechanical Engineer at Terranova, you will own the mechanical design of large-scale robotic systems while maintaining a systems-level overview across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines. You will own problems end-to-end, move fast, and build machines that survive the real world. Expect to be hands-on, spend long hours in the factory and in the field working alongside technicians and operators.
Key Responsibilities- Act as an extreme owner for mechanical and electromechanical aspects of Terranova's field deployed robotic systems
- Perform first-principles engineering, FEA, hand calculations to optimize designs for real-world operation environments
- Lead prototype builds, execute test campaigns, and push hardware to its limits to ensure field reliability
- Collaborate closely with electrical, controls, and field deployment teams to deliver integrated, battle-tested systems
- Drive failure analysis, testing, and iterative improvement based on real-world data
Preferred Skills and Experience- Experience in mechanical or electromechanical hardware design and analysis (plus for experience in robotics)
- Strong CAD proficiency (OnShape)
- Hands-on fabrication and prototyping skills - you enjoy working hands on
- Deep mechanical intuition and ability to design from first principles
- Comfortable with the pace and intensity of early-stage startup life, including long days, 6-day workweeks, and extended field hours
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- U.S. permanent residency required
Nice to Have Skills- Experience in high voltage AC power (480V, 120+ kW) conversion systems and lithium batteries
- Experience with pumps and fluidics
- Experience with bulk material handling (conveyance)
- Experience in electromechanical controls, hydraulics, or field-deployed systems
- Familiarity with C++, Python, or similar for controls or simulation
- PCB and embedded systems design skills are a huge bonus
Ideal Archetype- Have worked on development of heavy machinery, complex multi-part systems
- Maker background - love building stuff, work is fun to you
- Coming from a startup environment - high ownership, fast paced environment
Compensation- $90-140k based on experience
- Additional benefits
