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silana · 2 months ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Robotics & Automation

New York City, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Silana is building the world’s first fully automated robotic sewing systems, redefining how apparel is made through robotics, automation, and textile engineering. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design, prototype, and validate complex mechanical assemblies for robotic manufacturing systems, overseeing the entire mechanical design cycle and collaborating with various disciplines to ensure seamless integration of systems.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMechanical EngineeringRoboticsSoftware

Responsibilities

Design, prototype, and validate complex mechanical assemblies for robotic manufacturing systems

Own the full mechanical design cycle - from concept sketches to production-ready CAD, drawings, and BOMs

Collaborate across disciplines (controls, robotics, and vision) to ensure mechanical, electrical, and software systems integrate seamlessly

Drive design-for-assembly (DFA) and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles across the product line to reduce build time, improve reliability, and enable scaling

Oversee prototype builds and assembly, translating design intent into physical hardware with precision and clarity

Participating in the full product development cycle from concept through production

Qualification

Mechanical design experienceSolidWorksDFM/DFA3D printingCNC machiningRobotics knowledgeHands-on designCollaborationAttention to detail

Required

7+ years of professional mechanical design experience in robotics, automation, or precision machinery

Proven track record of shipping actual automation or robotic machinery

Expert in SolidWorks with a strong understanding of assemblies, configurations, and drawing control

Proven experience taking designs from concept → prototype → production

Deep knowledge of mechanical design principles, including GD&T, tolerancing, materials, and manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, plastics, composites)

Strong background in DFM/DFA and building systems that are easy to assemble, maintain, and service

Hands-on experience with 3D printing, CNC machining, and basic shop equipment

Experience collaborating with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and machine shops

Familiarity with robotics, motion control, or automation systems (conveyors, fixtures, precision alignment mechanisms) is a major plus