Product & Documentation Engineer - Amiga Platform

Bonsai Robotics • Watsonville, CA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on and innovative Product & Documentation Engineer to join our hardware development team at Bonsai Robotics. In this role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between R&D and scalable production, taking 0-to-1 prototypes and maturing them into robust, manufacturable products at the 10+ unit scale. Your work will ensure that early-stage concepts are engineered for repeatability, reliability, and manufacturability, enabling rapid iteration and deployment in demanding commercial environments.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in product engineering, hardware development, or manufacturing support, preferably in robotics, automotive, aerospace, or related industries, with a focus on transitioning prototypes to early-stage production.
• Technical Skills:
• Experience with DFM/DFA principles and low and high volume manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Fusion, SolidWorks) and process documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping, pilot builds, and iterative product development.
• Understanding of quality systems, process validation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with autonomous vehicle platforms or UGVs.
• Delivered at least one project from prototype phase into mass production
• Experience with hardware validation cycles, debug and measurement methods.
• Experience with lab bring-up, debug of complex electronic systems, and manufacturing testing processes.
• Knowledge of safety standards.
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, field testing, and feedback-driven iteration.
• Knowledge of supply chain management for early-stage hardware products.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and external partners.
• Familiarity with Agile or iterative development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D, design, and manufacturing teams to refine prototypes for the 10+ and subsequent larger scale production, focusing on design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA).
• Develop, document, and optimize designs and processes for building and assembling early-stage products and larger volumes requirements, including BOMs, and test protocols.
• Support, and in some cases, lead engineering changes to improve reliability, cost, and scalability as products move from prototype to 10+ units.
• Support and troubleshoot prototype builds, identifying root causes of failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturers to source components, resolve issues, and ensure quality for small-batch production.
• Validate and iterate on product designs through hands-on testing, field deployments, and feedback from initial users, while maintaining and improving engineering documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards as products scale beyond the prototype phase.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering and production processes, capturing lessons learned to inform future products and scaling efforts.

What This Job Offers

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