Mechanical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 15, 2026.
About the Role
Join a growing Series A industrial recycling technology company to design and build the mechanical systems behind advanced metal sorting equipment. This hands-on role spans initial design through installation and commissioning in scrapyard environments.
What You'll Do
Design singulation, conveyance, and material handling systems that deliver scrap to sensor assemblies at precise positions and speeds.
Own machine frames, enclosures, guarding, and sensor mounting, maintaining alignment in high-vibration, demanding environments.
Manage tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, design for manufacturability, drawing packages, vendors, and machine shop coordination.
Lead equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and field improvements.
Model throughput and uptime, and plan facility layouts, line balancing, and maintenance access.
What We're Looking For
Three to seven years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience in complex hardware, automation, robotics, aerospace, semiconductor, or a related field.
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
Experience owning mechanical or electromechanical systems from design through build, testing, and commissioning, including on-site installation and equipment travel.
Proficiency with CAD, SolidWorks, GD&T, and released drawing packages.
Experience with material handling or other complex mechanical systems, hands-on hardware iteration, and structural, vibration, or tolerance analysis.
Familiarity with servo and pneumatic actuation, PLCs, FMEA, vendor sourcing, and machine shop coordination.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $135,000 to $190,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.
Location
On-site in San Francisco, California, United States.