Mechanical Design Engineer - Towers
Core
Design and own the full system architecture for large welded steel towers that support drone docks, including structural components, mechanisms, actuators, and electronics integration.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Ground Systems Infrastructure)
Builds
Modular, cost-effective ground infrastructure for autonomous drone delivery systems
Domain
Logistics / Autonomous Drones / Structural Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
structural hand calcs, FEA, CAD fluency (3D/2D), mechanism design, welding knowledge, contract manufacturer partnership, load estimation, classic mechanics, BOM management, SOP creation
Preferred skills
NX CAD, safety-critical design margin tables, human safety critical application experience, hands-on welding for prototyping
Technologies
NX, FEA, CAD
Responsibilities
Own design of entire tower system and subassemblies from concept to production, iterate designs based on analysis and prototype test results, collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, civil, NPI, and supply chain teams, release parts and maintain disciplined engineering processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC