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Our robots take on the tedious, hazardous, and ergonomically demanding work that has kept manufacturing dependent on a shrinking skilled workforce, delivering superhuman performance. Robotics has a demo problem. GMR doesn't. Our systems are in active production today, adapting autonomously to real geometries, real materials, and real process variation without reprogramming. We deliver our system through a Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model that converts capital expenditure into an operating subscription, making Physical AI accessible to the manufacturers who need it most. We hire people who want to solve hard physical problems at an industrial scale.\nWe help manufacturers improve the quality of life for their workforce while increasing production capacity, and reducing scrap, repair, and rework costs. As a Senior Design Engineer, you will join our Design & Mechatronics team onsite in our Carson, CA office to explore, develop and test novel systems in house for implementation in the field.\nRole & Responsibilities\nRobotic Hardware Design: Design hardware and mechanisms for robotic systems, including system architectures, developing and reviewing new concepts with a primary focus on performance and reliability.\n\nEOAT Design & DFM Compliance: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product improvements focusing on DFM (Design for Manufacturing) for End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) while ensuring compliance with ISO/TR 20218-1 safety guidelines.\n\nAdvanced FEA & Simulation: Conduct complex Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and thermal simulations to validate structural integrity, predict failure modes, and optimize geometry before fabrication.\n\nStructural Analysis: Perform foundational structural analysis and simulation to validate design integrity.\n\nRapid Prototyping: Prototype hardware considering Design for Manufacturability (DFM), utilizing tools such as 3D printers and CNC machines where appropriate.\n\nHardware Selection: Own the selection process for distinct electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic hardware components.\n\nSystem Integration: Collaborate closely with Electrical and Software teams to ensure seamless integration of motors, sensors, and cabling within the mechanical assembly.\n\nSystem Troubleshooting & Optimization: Troubleshoot and test existing hardware and automation systems to identify opportunities for robustness and significant improvements.\n\nRoot Cause Analysis: Lead formal root cause investigations (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys) for field failures or manufacturing defects to implement permanent corrective actions.\n\nSafety Compliance & Risk Assessment: Lead mechanical risk assessments (RA) and ensure system designs adhere to core industrial safety standards, including ISO 10218-1/-2 and ANSI/A3 R15.06.\n\nDesign and Tolerance: Effectively implement GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), Tolerance Analysis, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly.\n\nCollaboration: Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external teams to define customer requirements, validate project feasibility, and coordinate material procurement for in-house testing prior to deployment.\n\nBOM & Inventory Management: Organize part number allocation and review Bills of Materials (BOMs) for completeness to actively support inventory management and system deployment as well as maintaining an accurate BOM in PDM.\n\nCost Reduction Initiatives: Execute Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) efforts to reduce Bill of Materials (BOM) costs without compromising system performance or reliability.\n\nVendor Technical Management: Manage relationships with external machine shops and component suppliers to ensure part quality, lead time adherence, and cost-effectiveness.\n\nValidation Strategy: Make strategic recommendations for design validation and testing protocols.\n\nLifecycle Management: Oversee the full mechanical product lifecycle from initial conceptualization through mass production and end-of-life support.\n\nMentorship: Lead, mentor, and actively develop junior talent within the engineering team.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nBS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience\n\nDemonstrated experience with 3D solid modeling, analysis, and development of 2D manufacturing drawings\n\nThorough understanding of manufacturing processes; manual machining, CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, plastic 3D prototyping\n\nThorough understanding of materials for manufacturing\n\n8+ years working proficiency with CAD programs, hands-on prototyping, fabrication or ability to design for 3D printing\n\nProven track record of strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and customers\n\nWillingness to work at early stage company with dynamic priorities\n\nAbility to conduct RCCAs and trade studies\n\nAbility to solve problems effectively in a collaborative environment\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n8+ years working proficiency with SolidWorks\n\nExperience with industrial robots and 6 DOF robotic arms\n\nExperience machining, rapid prototyping and fabrication processes/materials to meet functional design requirements\n\nExperience with project management\n\nExperience with product deployment\n\nFamiliar with industrial facilities and equipment\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This is a Q3/Q4 2026 hire.\nGrayMatter Robotics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage and embrace applicants of all backgrounds to apply!\nGrayMatter Robotics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodations during the recruiting process, please contact  to submit your request.\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\nDepending on the position and if listed, compensation may include the base salary range, bonus or commission, and equity. We also provide comprehensive benefits and perks which include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, unlimited PTO, 401(k) plan + employer match, regular offsite events, a discretionary fund for enhancing productivity and so much more! 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