Hardware Engineering Intern

RIVR • Robotics AI • Logistics & Warehouse Robotics • Bachelor's Degree • 1 year ago
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RIVR

RIVR (formerly Swiss-Mile, legally incorporated in Zurich, Switzerland) is a physical AI and autonomous robotics enterprise spun out of ETH Zurich's Robotic Systems Lab. Founded in 2023 by Marko Bjelonic, Lorenz Wellhausen, Giorgio Valsecchi, and Alexander Reske, the venture raised over $26 million from high-profile backers including Bezos Expeditions and the Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, before being acquired by Amazon in March 2026.
rivr.ai • HQ: Zurich, Switzerland • Robotics Hardware • Logistics & Warehouse Robotics • Robotics AI • 201-500 employees

What you’ll be doing

  • Support the design and development of mechanical structures, electronics, sensors, or actuators for robotic systems.
  • Aid in building prototypes, conducting tests, and analyzing results to improve hardware performance.
  • Help create documentation detailing hardware specifications, assembly instructions, and test procedures.
  • Work closely with senior engineers to integrate hardware with software systems and contribute ideas for optimization.
  • Gain hands-on experience in cutting edge robotics.

What you must have

  • Hands on experience building complex project with tight timelines: formula SAE, ETH Fokus projekt, Motostudent, hyperloop and boring company competitions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong interest in robotics and a desire to learn and contribute to hardware development.
  • Basic understanding of electronics, sensors, and actuators.
  • Familiarity with CAD software for mechanical design OR Familiarity with eCAD software for PCBA design.
  • At least BSc in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Get some bonus points

  • Familiarity with Solidworks OR Altium
  • Previous coursework or projects related to robotics, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
  • A solid portfolio of personal projects, please attach it to your application!
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