Mechanical Engineer Intern

Droyd • San Francisco, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Droyd, you’ll work hands-on on real robotic hardware. You’ll help design, build, and iterate on mechanical subsystems that ship to production robots.
This is not a CAD-only role. You’ll be expected to prototype, test, and refine designs alongside full-time engineers.
This role is based in Burlingame, CA. We’re an in-person company. We build faster that way.

Requirements

• Are current juniors or seniors (or equivalent) studying mechanical engineering or a related field
• Have hands-on experience from clubs, personal projects, or coursework involving physical hardware
• Can show examples of projects taken from concept to a physical build
• Are comfortable using modern CAD tools (Onshape preferred, but not required)
• Are willing to balance school and work in a fast-paced, build-heavy environment
• Take ownership, learn quickly, and enjoy working with real hardware

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FEA, topology optimization, or generative design
• Exposure to machining, tolerancing, or manufacturing workflows
• Familiarity with electronics, motors, or control systems
• Interest in industrial or visual design

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical subsystem design from concept through prototype and iteration
• Create and modify CAD models for parts and assemblies
• Help perform basic load calculations, testing, and analysis
• Design parts for rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing and CNC machining
• Build and assemble prototypes using 3D printers, hand tools, and shop equipment
• Help integrate mechanical designs with motors, sensors, and basic mechatronic components
• Document designs, tests, and learnings

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed