Mechanical Engineer, Factory Automation

Hadrian Automation • Los Angeles, CA

9d • $130,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We recently raised $260 million dollar Series C to accelerate this mission. We are excited to be launching a new Factory in Mesa, Arizona, a 270,000 square foot facility that will create 350 new jobs immediately. We are opening a new headquarters to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to serve naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian works with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across space, shipbuilding, and aviation to scale production, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery on mission-critical programs. We are backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz. Our fast-growing team is united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond! The Role We are seeking a skilled and driven Mechanical Engineer to join Hadrian’s Factory Automation division, a team dedicated to building and scaling Hadrian’s core machining business. This role is focused on the design, development, and commissioning of automated robotic cells that support high-precision, scalable manufacturing. As part of this team, you will work directly with hardware engineers, software engineers, and robotics engineers to bring advanced production systems from concept to operation. You will help execute our Machining roadmap to scale Hadrian to be multi-factory across the US. We are looking to add a curious and self-motivated expert to join our already world class team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, physics or related discipline.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
• Experience designing and commissioning end of arm tooling and fixturing for industrial robotic applications
• Experience designing and commissioning layouts and floor plans for robotic cells
• Experience with material selection, finite element analysis, and payload analysis for heavy (500 kg) robotic applications
• Strong skills in integrating sensors and pneumatic and mechanical components
• Strong skills performing risk assessments in accordance with safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ANSI B11.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems using diagnostic tools and lead structured root cause analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design for advanced automated manufacturing robotic cells, including end effector design, fixturing and cell layouts.
• Install, commission and debug automation systems on the production floor.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical system and hardware issues.
• Develop standards, documentation, and procedures for scalable automation deployment.

Benefits

• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA
• Flexible vacation policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees