Mechatronics Engineer

Opulo, Inc•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Opulo is developing accessible manufacturing equipment, beginning with a desktop Pick and Place machine for assembling electronic components onto circuit boards. Its machines are intended to make in-house, moderate-scale production accessible without the costs and infrastructure associated with traditional factory equipment. The Mechatronics Engineer works on new products from concept through shipping and helps define Opulo's next generation of products. The work spans mechanical design, PCB interfacing, software scripting, testing against product requirements, and manufacturing launch. This role suits someone who takes ownership, works across disciplines, and is excited to contribute to a fast-growing small team.

Requirements

Demonstrate high agency and self-direction.
Be proficient with CAD software such as Solidworks, Onshape, Fusion, or FreeCAD.
Have experience drafting, editing, and releasing engineering drawings to vendors.
Communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
Be very familiar with FDM 3D printing, bent sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding.
Have 2–3 years of experience as a Mechanical/Integration Engineer or in a similar role.
Have a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Be comfortable working at a fast but sustainable pace.

Nice To Haves

Experience with FreeCAD.
Previous experience working with Pick and Place machines.
Experience with Python.
Experience with electronics, such as Arduino, PCB design, or circuit design.

Responsibilities

Help design next-generation products with manufacturability and cost in mind.
Prototype designs and test them against PRD specifications.
Work with Product to determine approaches that best solve customer problems.
Work with Manufacturing to move designs into production.
Assist Sourcing with vendor communications, FAI, and setting quality standards.
Design and fabricate jigs for the production team to use when assembling hardware.