Mechanical Engineer - Special Programs

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical assemblies and systems for a variety of applications
• Generate initial concepts, CAD designs, and engineering drawings
• Perform rapid sub-system and full-system prototyping, experimentation, and validation
• Select and evaluate mechanical designs for reliability in harsh marine environments
• Work with vendors and manufacturing partners to source and assemble mechanical assemblies and components
• Support and participate in regular field testing and/or Government demonstrations

Requirements

• Experience building complex systems from scratch, including autonomous platforms
• Experience in marine, aerospace, robotics, or automotive hardware development
• Proficiency in CAD (Solidworks, NX)
• Fabrication experience is a plus (machining, welding, hand-tools)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Comfort operating with high uncertainty, minimal resources, compressed timelines, and aggressive goals and schedules
• Physical Demands
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

Benefits

Additional Information

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview Saronic Special Programs is a small path-finding team chartered to rapidly prototype new ideas. Special Programs is responsible for generating new ideas, building and testing physical prototypes, and validating future products which continue Saronic's mission to redefine maritime superiority. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing, building, and testing a variety of complex systems, including autonomous platforms and edge devices. You will work on a diverse range of technical challenges, including the design of assemblies, structures, linkages, and other electromechanical components. You will collaborate with a small group of like-minded developers to solve robust problems with limited resources and time. You will design in CAD and build in the shop. You will explore the frontier of maritime technology.

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