Test Mechanical Designer

Droyd•San Francisco, CA

1d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Droyd builds autonomous robotic systems that automate repetitive manual work in real environments. We design and manufacture our hardware in-house, which means iteration, fabrication, and execution all happen under one roof. Fast hardware progress depends on good test infrastructure, not just good product design. Our test team builds the stands, fixtures, and physical setups that make repeatable evaluation possible — essential for comparing systems, validating changes, and keeping development moving. As a Test Mechanical Designer at Droyd, you will design and build test stands, fixtures, and supporting hardware for robot evaluation. You will help create the physical infrastructure needed to test end effectors, motors, firmware changes, and complete demo systems. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys practical mechanical design and rapid iteration in support of testing.

Requirements

Strong hands-on mechanical design ability
Strong experience with T-slot aluminum extrusion for building test stands and fixtures
Can move quickly from concept to physical prototype
Are comfortable building practical hardware for internal use
Work well with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced hardware environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with robotics, fixtures, tooling, or test infrastructure
Experience with CAD and rapid prototyping workflows
Experience supporting validation or R&D teams

Responsibilities

Design test stands, fixtures, and supporting hardware for robot evaluation
Build and iterate on physical setups for end effector, motor, and system testing
Use CAD, 3D printing, machining, and rapid fabrication to create test hardware quickly
Help improve the reliability and usefulness of the team's physical testing infrastructure
Build practical hardware for internal use with fast turnaround
Work closely with test technicians and engineers to support repeatable test workflows
Incorporate feedback from testing into improved fixture designs