IUNU · 3 months ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Robotics
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expIUNU is amplifying the ability of growers to produce high-quality greenhouse crops through robotics, computer vision, and AI. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Robotics, you will design, develop, and improve robotic systems for greenhouses, ensuring high reliability and safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AgricultureArtificial Intelligence (AI)ComputerIndustrialRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and improve IUNU robotic systems and deployments across multiple product lines
Establish a high standard for the mechanical components of our robots and hardware installations with a focus on reliability, safety, and consistency
Maintain system design schematics for production and prototype robots, and develop documentation for assembly and deployment
Identify and manage opportunities to improve manufacturing (in-house and contracted) with respect to cost, timeliness, and quality, making the appropriate recommendations and tradeoffs as necessary
Manage the complete lifecycle of engineering documentation, including authoring and maintaining precise engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and build processes, while driving quality improvements through the rigorous execution and approval of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
Work closely with electrical, firmware, application, and other mechanical engineers to efficiently size, groom, and prioritize work items in an Agile environment
Excel in high-pressure situations, providing immediate troubleshooting and triage for urgent production, field, and manufacturing problems against tight, mission-critical deadlines
Participate in accelerated testing of components for determining MTBF, lifespan, maintenance cycles and the associated acceptance criteria based upon business needs
Open to travel 10%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related technical field with typically a minimum of 3 years of related experience
Experience creating parts using best practices, creating and working with large assemblies and structural analysis in SolidWorks
Strong experience creating detailed engineering drawings and documentation (fully dimensioned part drawings, assembly drawings with BOM, exploded views, etc.) with a firm grasp of GD&T principles per ASME Y14.5M
Solid understanding and application of principles, concepts, theories, and techniques in mechanical engineering
Experience converting non-technical inputs into objectively verifiable engineering requirements that create a product that delights the customer
Ability to quickly turn a finalized design into a physical prototype by producing engineering drawings, sourcing suppliers, working through procurement challenges, and leading final assembly on compressed timelines
Ability to write clear and comprehensive technical documentation and assembly instructions
Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking, communication, time management skills and multitasking abilities
Data-driven problem-solving skills to troubleshoot, triage, and fix mechanical, electrical, and software issues within production, design, and manufacturing
Preferred
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related technical field
Experience with mechanical engineering in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical
Prior robotics hardware implementation experience
Experience with production level design, DFA, DFM
Experience in designing and developing core electronics for robotic applications, including rechargeable battery power systems (BMS, charging circuits), power distribution, motor control, schematic capture, and PCB layout
Experience in the hands-on integration of complex electromechanical systems, including the selection of sensors (LiDAR, IMUs, cameras) and actuators, and the design of robust wiring harnesses
Experience in implementing and managing system-wide communication using ROS and a variety of industrial and wireless protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, CAN bus, Wi-Fi) over a standard TCP/IP network
Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing practices and operating associated hardware
Ability to read and create electrical schematics or PCB layouts
Basic experience with Python, C++ and Linux environments using command-line interfaces
Experience in low- to medium-volume manufacturing environments involving large products
Six Sigma training / certification
Experience designing, implementing, and testing both static and dynamic systems
Experience working within an early/growth-stage startup team
Experience leveraging AI tools to automate repetitive tasks and optimize workflows, resulting in a significant improvement in operational efficiency
Company
IUNU
IUNU is an industrial computer vision company that connects plants, facilities, and people through a single interface.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
IUNU has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$65.71MKey Investors
S2G InvestmentsLewis & Clark AgriFoodSerra Ventures
2025-04-15Series B· $20M
2022-03-16Series B· $24M
2021-09-29Series B· $0.61M
Leadership Team
Adam Greenberg
Co-Founder & CEO
Kyle Rooney
Co-Founder at Iunu
Recent News
2025-05-04
2025-05-04
2025-04-20
Company data provided by crunchbase