Mechanical Engineer

Humble Robotics • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Working at Humble Robotics means taking on the biggest change in ground transportation in decades. We’re building an autonomous, zero-emissions hauler that dramatically lowers the cost of freight with groundbreaking vision-based AI, designed for today’s global logistics network. We’re a fast-moving, close-knit team of AV industry veterans and innovative thinkers. We don’t believe culture can be engineered – but when it falls into place, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Progress has never felt so present.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 2+ years of relevant industry or internship experience
• Strong hands-on experience with shop tools, including: Manual mill and lathe, Laser cutter, Power tools (drills, grinders, etc.)
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
• Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Ability to build and test prototypes independently
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment
• Familiarity with sheet metal, machining, and rapid prototyping methods (3D printing, CNC, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on large vehicles, or autonomous vehicles
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and sensor integration
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems
• Familiarity with FEA or other simulation tools
• Experience supporting field testing or deployments
• Startup or small-team experience

Responsibilities

• Own design, integration, and early validation of new mechanical hardware for large autonomous vehicles.
• Design, prototype, and validate mechanical systems and components for autonomous trucking platforms
• Create detailed CAD models and engineering drawings for fabrication and assembly
• Work hands-on in the shop to build, modify, and test hardware
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and systems engineers
• Support integration of sensors, compute hardware, and vehicle subsystems
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement design improvements
• Develop and execute test plans (bench and vehicle-level)
• Manage parts sourcing, fabrication vendors, and assembly processes
• Contribute to rapid iteration cycles and field deployments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level