Mechanical Engineer (Junior)
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Job Location:
Zürich - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
RIVR is a Swiss robotics company pioneering Physical AI and robotic solutions to revolutionize last-mile delivery giving 1 human the power of 1000. Through the combination of artificial neural networks and innovative robot designs with wheels and legs RIVR aims to enhance efficiency sustainability and scalability in last-mile delivery. Founded as Swiss-Mile the company rebranded to RIVR in 2025 to better reflect its mission of driving the future of intelligent robotics.
Job Description
As a Junior Mechanical Engineer you will contribute to the design development and testing of the physical components and systems of our robots. Your responsibilities will span mechanical engineering design for manufacturing and assembly and the integration of electronic systems working with the rest of the hardware team to ensure that our robots meet specific application requirements and are cost-effective for large-scale production. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience transitioning projects from prototyping and proof-of-concepts to MVPs final products and mass production. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of robotic designs we invite you to join us in shaping the future of intelligent robotics.
What youll be doing
- Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies robotic payloads and actuators for our robots.
- Build prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
- Work closely with electronics engineers to integrate printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) into mechanical structures.
- Perform rigorous testing and evaluations to verify the reliability durability and safety of robotic hardware.
- Create detailed hardware documentation including specifications assembly instructions and testing protocols.
- Create and maintain documentation guidelines and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing.
- Improve design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews.
What you must have
- Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field such as Engineering Robotics Automotive or Aerospace.
- A minimum of 2 years of industry or research experience.
- Experienced in CAD software for mechanical design.
- Deep understanding of actuators motors materials design for manufacturing power transmission mechanisms and manufacturing technologies.
- Good knowledge of rapid prototyping technologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components.
Get some bonus points
- Masters degree or relevant experience in Mechanical Aerospace or Automotive Engineering or an equivalent amount of research experience.
- Familiarity with design for mass production.
- Experience interfacing with control systems and integrating electronics.
- Experienced with control systems applicable to consumer drones AMR and electric bicycles.
RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If youre passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team.
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- SolidWorks
- Drafting
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- Microsoft Project
- Customer relationship management
- Product Development
- Autodesk Inventor
About Company
Discover RIVR's innovative Physical AI solutions revolutionizing last-mile delivery. Our autonomous robots ensure faster, safer, and sustainable deliveries of parcels, groceries, and meals
