Mechanical Engineer

About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Among some of the earliest innovators in driverless technology, Forterra focuses on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, harnessing the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

The Forterra Hardware Integration Team is looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to help drive Forterra's industrial portfolio. In this role, you’ll contribute to the integration of our Auto Drive system, working closely with teams to develop innovative solutions, refine concepts into manufacturable designs, and support integration from early-stage prototypes to final production and product sustainment. This is a hands‑on opportunity to build foundational experience across a wide range of mechanical engineering disciplines and grow into a key contributor on cutting‑edge projects.

• Be a key member of Forterra’s Hardware Integration Team
• Complete mechanical designs within system constraints
• Hands‑on with vehicle architecture, troubleshoot hardware systems, and identify areas of improvement
• Create drawing packages, work instructions, and test procedures
• Build, test, and validate designs against system requirements
• Analyze designs for DFM, DFA, and cost
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Work closely with electrical and software teams to satisfy system requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• 2+ years experience in basic mechanical design
• Mechanical design experience (CAD programs such as Autodesk Inventor, basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, etc.)
• Ability to collaborate in team environments

• Manufacturing experience (machining, sheet metal, additive methods, etc.)
• Hands‑on electrical experience (soldering, cable manufacturing, etc.)
• Simulation experience in ANSYS or similar program
• Project management tools experience (Microsoft Project, Jira, etc.)
• Student projects leadership (SAE Baja, Formula, FIRST Robotics, etc.)

$80,000—$130,000

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. Equity in Forterra is included in most full‑time, high‑demand roles and is considered part of the overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including:

• Premium Healthcare Benefits:
  Three plan options, including an HSA‑eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D, short and long‑term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after‑tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances, .

Forterra is an equal‑opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterra is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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