Mechanical Design Engineer

About Cartesian Kinetics

Cartesian Kinetics is revolutionizing the logistics industry by transforming existing distribution centers into modern, high-efficiency fulfillment hubs. Our flagship product, Carte+, is a groundbreaking robotic platform that retrofits onto existing warehouse racking. By combining our unique robotics with a proprietary AI-powered orchestration software stack, we significantly enhance picking efficiency and storage density without the need for costly and disruptive "greenfield" constructions. Our vision is to empower the thousands of existing "brownfield" warehouses to compete in the age of on-demand fulfillment.

We are backed by leading investors in the robotics space and are poised for significant growth, with a strong customer pipeline and a mission to redefine warehouse automation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, testing, validation, release of field autonomous robotic systems
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs using CAD software (SolidWorks/Inventor/Creo)
• Support DFMEA, design reviews, tolerance stack-ups, and value engineering
• Assist in prototype development, testing, and commissioning support
• Generate and maintain technical documentation
• Develop and release bills of material
• Perform basic design calculations for structures, fasteners, bearings, belts, and drives.
• Follow Review and Change processes, and assist in process improvements
• Take part in design reviews and present your work periodically to the company
• Participate in continuous improvement and standardization initiatives

Who you are

You love designing and fielding robotics systems. You have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, Product Design or equivalent. You are a well rounded systems designer, with 0-1 years of experience in:

• Systems design for autonomous mobile robots or equivalent robotic systems (SPM and similar industrial automation)
• Hands-on fabrication tools, including CNC machining and 3D printing
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of materials
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD (Solidworks preferred)
• Generating technical documentation
• Good understanding of basic physics
• Basic knowledge of material handling systems is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced automation environment
• Basic understanding of GD&T
• Internship or project experience in industrial automation or machine design