Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Precision Motion & Gimbal Systems(UAV)

Location: Pune (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Mid-Level (36 years)

About the Company

We are an early-stage deep-tech startup building cutting-edge AI-driven hardware + software systems for vision-based autonomy in robotics. Our solutions are deployed in Defence and Aerospace applications, designed to operate in harsh and mission-critical environments. We are engineering the next generation of visual autonomy through ultra-compact, ultra-reliable multi-spectral payloads featuring onboard video processing, jitter stabilization, and intelligent perception. If youre excited about pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics and building real impact-driven technology, youll thrive here.

We are hiring a mid-level Mechanical/Product Design Engineer to develop and refine mechanical structures for camera gimbal payload systems used in drones. The role is fully onsite at our Pune office and involves hands-on design, prototyping, and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and assemblies for 2-axis / 3-axis gimbal-stabilized camera systems
• Create structural designs for brackets, enclosures, linkages, isolation mounts, precision subassemblies
• Execute tolerance stack-ups and GD&T for tight-tolerance mechanisms
• Conduct structural, vibrational, and thermal assessments for airborne applications
• Prototype mechanical designs using rapid fabrication methods
• Work closely with electronics, optics, and embedded teams for integrated system design
• Prepare technical drawings, BOMs, assembly instructions, and specifications
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners and fabrication shops
• Maintain design documentation through PDM/PLM tools

Qualifications & Experience (Must Haves)

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering / Product Design / Mechatronics (Masters is a plus)
• 36 years mechanical design experience with precision mechanisms or moving assemblies
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Solidworks/Fusion360/CATIA)
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and dimensional tolerance design
• Experience with FEA or simulation tools (modal, vibrational, structural)
• Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC, machining)
• Understanding of servo mechanisms, mechanical balancing, system dynamics, component selection
• Ability to translate engineering requirements into functional mechanical solutions

Experience (Good to have)

• Experience building gimbals, camera stabilizers, robotics, or drone payloads
• Deep understanding of lightweight, high-strength material selection (e.g., aerospace-grade aluminium, magnesium alloys, CFRP/composites) for weight-constrained systems.
• Experience with vibration damping and stabilization for motion systems
• Familiarity with weather-sealing for IP-rated enclosure design and ESS standard compliance.
• Understanding of camera modules, cable routing, PCB mounting, and thermal dissipation

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset
• Independent contributor with strong ownership
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Us

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in Stabilized Drone Camera Payloads.
• Competitive compensation aligned with deep-tech talent market
• Flexible work timings while maintaining onsite presence
• Opportunity to work closely with founders and core engineering leadership
• Merit-based growth and accelerated learning curve
• Strong ownership of product areas and decision-making autonomy
• Exposure to cutting-edge robotics, autonomy, and defence-grade hardware developments
• Meaningful work with real-world impact in national security and advanced robotics.