Senior Mechanical Engineer

mimic robotics is a frontier physical AI company building the full stack of general‑purpose dexterous manipulation. Founded in 2024 by ETH Zurich researchers, mimic pioneered Video‑Action Models for robotics while also developing in‑house dexterous hand hardware. Our growing team brings together world‑class researchers working across our offices in Zurich and San Francisco.

We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to help us scale and improve our hardware products. You'll work at the intersection of mechanical engineering, electronics, and robotics, driving designs from prototypes into reliable, scalable products.

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical components and assemblies for advanced robotic systems.
• Help transition products from prototype to scalable production, optimizing designs for manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, software, and robotics engineers to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electronic components.
• Build, test, and iterate on prototypes, identifying design improvements and resolving technical challenges.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to support production and assembly processes.
• Take ownership of engineering challenges in a fast‑moving environment where priorities evolve quickly.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience designing and developing complex physical products, ideally from prototyping through production.
• Strong CAD skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Good understanding of electromechanical systems and how mechanical, electrical, and electronic components interact.
• Experience improving product designs to support increased production volumes.
• Hands‑on, practical problem‑solving skills and a willingness to build, test, and iterate quickly.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced startup environment with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.

• Experience in robotics, consumer electronics, wearable devices, or other complex hardware products.
• Experience scaling hardware production or working with contract manufacturers.
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, motors, and embedded electronic systems.

• We offer a total compensation package including a competitive yearly base salary and a strong stock option package to make you part of our shared success.
• You will work with the founders from day one, shaping the company and participating in its success from its early stages.
• Surprise team trips, free gym and sports subscription, joint breakfasts and dinners and other exciting team activities.

You will have the opportunity to shape a robotics & AI company from the ground up. In flat hierarchies you will work directly with the founders and some of the best talent in the robotics space. At mimic, you are accepted for who you are. As part of our ongoing journey towards creating a diverse and inclusive environment we encourage everyone to apply and we are looking forward to you bringing along your knowledge, personal experiences, and fresh perspectives.