Mechanical Technician

Were ALTEN Technology USA an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to lifefrom advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3000 experts across North America we partner with leading companies in aerospace medical devices robotics automotive commercial vehicles EVs rail and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group57000 engineers in 30 countrieswe deliver across the entire product development cycle from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA youll collaborate on some of the worlds toughest engineering challenges supported by mentorship career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued supported and inspired to grow.

Workplace: On-site 5 days per week
Location: San Francisco CA

We are seeking an innovative Mechanical Technician with strong mechatronics background to join our Robotic R&D Team. The ideal candidate will bridge mechanical design with electronic systems integration while driving project development from concept to completion. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while developing innovative solutions in a dynamic R&D environment.

Responsibilities:
Take on mechanical design and development of component parts of robotic assemblies
Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software for manufacturing and assembly
Conduct testing troubleshooting and integration of mechanical systems
Collaborate with electrical and software engineers on integrated solutions
Develop solutions from initial conceptual direction with minimal guidance
Support research staff by implementing hardware changes

Required Skills:
BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5 years experience in mechanical design with focus on mechatronics
Proficiency in 3D CAD software with SolidWorks
Experience with actuators sensors and control systems
Ability to work in a rapid R&D environment
Ability to take abstract ideas and convert them into practical engineering solutions
Able to work with high autonomy

Bonus Skills:
Experience with 3d printing prototyping
Experience with Machine shop and safety practices
Knowledge of industrial automation and robotics
Familiarity with PLCs and microcontrollers
Familiarity with GD&T
Experience understanding and making electrical diagrams
A understanding of some common coding languages like C and python
Soldering skills
Experience in wire / cable manufacturing.

Salary Range:
$110000-$120000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including but not limited to location the candidates combination of job-related knowledge qualifications skills education training and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information or pregnancy.

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Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.