Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
pivotrobotics· Engineering
About this role
The role
We're looking for a strong, hands-on mechanical engineer to join our hardware team. You don't need to be an expert in grinding or robotics yet, but you need to be a genuinely good builder who's hungry to learn a hard, physical problem and get their hands dirty doing it. You'll work alongside our existing mechanical engineers designing, building, and deploying the robotic cells that finish metal parts in real factories. The impact is tremendous. All of these parts go on to exist inside buildings, planes, cars, streets, robots, data centers, other factories, and even things that go into space.
What you'll do
Design and build parts of our grinding and finishing cells (fixturing, end effectors, mounts, guarding, the mechanical guts of a working machine).
Turn designs into real hardware: CAD, fab, assembly, and the iteration in between.
Get on the floor. You'll help deploy and debug cells in customer facilities and learn the process from the parts up.
Grow into ownership of harder mechanical problems as you go.
What we're looking for
2+ years of experience
Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals and strong CAD skills.
Someone who actually builds things and proof you've made real hardware.
Hunger to learn robotic grinding and surface finishing from the ground up.
Comfort being on a factory floor, and being wrong on the way to being right.
Low ego, high output, and deep care in transforming the way America builds things.
Nice to have
Worked at a startup and/or been on deployments
Experience with robot integration, fixturing, or automation.
Hands-on fabrication skills (machining, welding, etc.).
Exposure to manufacturing or foundry environments.
None of it happens if you can't build it. If this resonates, we'd love to talk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Mechanical Engineer position at pivotrobotics?
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Where is the Mechanical Engineer position at pivotrobotics located?
This Mechanical Engineer role at pivotrobotics is based in San Francisco. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Mechanical Engineer role at pivotrobotics full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Mechanical Engineer role in the Engineering department at pivotrobotics.
Which team or department does the Mechanical Engineer at pivotrobotics belong to?
This Mechanical Engineer position is part of the Engineering department at pivotrobotics. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Mechanical Engineer position at pivotrobotics?
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When was the Mechanical Engineer job at pivotrobotics posted?
This Mechanical Engineer position at pivotrobotics was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mechanical Engineer
pivotrobotics
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