Robotics engineer

Sorting Robotics Inc. is looking for a robotics engineer to design, develop, and deploy robotic solutions to manufacturing companies. This mid‑level position requires 5‑10 years of experience in robotics, industrial automation, and mechanical engineering. Do you love building things, solving tough problems, and improving processes?

Preferred: Comfortable with cannabis (preferred if you enjoy it and have experienced it) – we manufacture innovations for the legal cannabis market in the US and Canada.

• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering B.S. with an M.S. in either field
• Experience with robotic systems in a professional or personal setting
• Capability to iterate design using prototyping tools (CAD, laser cutter, 3D printing, CNC machines, Eagle PCB)
• Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes for production and prototyping. Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to take initiative on other roles the company needs to succeed
• Working knowledge of low‑level programming for 6
  
  DOF arms or other robotic systems

• Own the designs from cradle to grave and be responsible for their technical success
• Initial concept, design, GD&T drawings, assessment of mass, cost, manufacturing feasibility, function, rapid prototyping using 3D printing, etc.
• Develop parametric design concepts and production designs; optimize them with analytical and physical modeling/simulation
• Interface with suppliers for manufacturing feasibility, validation, and other engineering activities as specified for the assigned commodity
• Help deliver world‑class artisanship, fit/finish and support for successful product launch
• Assemble and install machines for customers across the nation. Travel is approximately 1‑5% of your time

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or similar; possess technical knowledge and expertise in robotics, automation, or related field
• Has previously worked on an R&D team from concept to delivery
• Strong working knowledge of fundamental mechanical engineering knowledge
• Examples of working on 6
  
  DOF or similar cobot arms
• Working knowledge of Python or similar coding language
• Minimum of 5 years full‑time working experience
• Not currently enrolled in a college or graduate program
• Free to work without visa sponsorship
• Proof of Covid‑19 vaccination is required

• Salary: $ - $ per year + 0.2% equity + full benefits + fun company perks
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

• Los Angeles, CA: reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer‑provided relocation package (Required)

• Bachelor's (Required)

• Mechanical or robotics engineering: 5 years (Required)

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