Junior Mechatronics Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. OSARO scores A on the Alion truth index.
As a Junior Mechatronics engineer, you will be participating in the research, development and deployment of AI enabled robot cells for material handling and logistics applications. You will collaborate with Operations, Software, and Machine Learning teams to research, design, integrate, test and deploy new robotic hardware including: robot cell designs, end effectors, cameras, lighting, HW control devices (PLCs, I/O couplers, sensors, etc), pneumatics, actuators, and custom mechanisms.
We value candidates who are passionate about what they build, feel a strong sense of ownership over their work, are driven to succeed and appreciate a harmonious work environment.
What You'll be Doing
Design, prototype, and test ML-enabled robotic automation systems
Develop system-level designs for cell controls using off-the-shelf hardware (I/O couplers, PLCs, sensors)
Support pneumatic and electrical design, with guidance from senior engineers
Work with domestic and offshore integration partners on the build and deployment of robotic cells
Contribute to feasibility and cost analyses for new mechatronic systems
Draft and maintain technical specifications
Test and characterize electromechanical and optical systems
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues to keep equipment ready for demos and development
Experience and Skills You'll Need
1+ years of machine design or mechatronics experience in industry
Strong SolidWorks skills, including building and maintaining multi-level assemblies and including modeling and creation of detailed drawings
Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA) principles
Experience designing for 3D printing, sheet metal, CNC machining, and welding
Experience specifying and integrating off-the-shelf controls hardware
Comfort around machine tools, and the ability to fabricate prototypes in-house
Experience working with outside partners or vendors on design, fabrication, assembly, or test
Clear written and verbal communication, and a collaborative working style
Willingness to learn and thrive in a fast-paced, small-team environment
Ability to work on-site 4-5 days per week
Ability to travel 20-30% of the time, including for installation and deployment of new projects
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required, OSARO will not provide H1B visa
Bonus if You Have
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities
Scripting skills (Python or similar)
Familiarity with motors, encoders, linear actuators, pneumatics, and sensors
Detailed pneumatic or electrical design experience
PLC programming or industrial controls experience
Programming articulated industrial robots (Fanuc, KUKA, Yaskawa, etc.)
Robot simulation experience (ROBOGUIDE or similar)
End-of-arm tool design
2D/3D machine vision experience (Cognex, Datalogic, Keyence, Sick, or custom)