Junior Mechatronics Engineer

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)

More About OSARO

OSARO is a San Francisco-based startup company building machine learning software for industrial automation, to power robots in logistics and material handling centers. Our vision is to develop a solution that enables industrial robots to perform diverse tasks in a wide range of environments. We are excited and driven to see the results of our efforts operating in the fast-growing field of autonomous material handling. We implement state-of-the-art techniques but constantly strive to build the simplest possible solution. OSARO is technique agnostic and always focused on the goal. We regularly review academic literature for novel strategies while steering clear of the hype. We’re focused on delighting our customers with systems that work like magic.

Our markets are global. That’s why OSARO employs a diverse team of experts in various fields from more than 15 countries, attracting talent from both innovative companies and the research labs of top-ranked engineering universities. We are naturally curious, love healthy debate, and respect varying points of view. At OSARO, we strive to be champions for equality. We believe we can serve as a model for diversity in the tech industry by emphasizing policies of nondiscrimination and inclusion at every step.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer Who Offers

• Health, dental, vision, and commuter benefits
• Generous, flexible vacation time
• Excellent paid parental leave policy with the option for additional reduced and unpaid leave
• The chance to work with robots!

The above full-time position is available immediately.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, and experience. In addition to a base salary, this role is also eligible for benefits and equity.