Durin · 1 month ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $180K/yrDurin is a company focused on revolutionizing the mining industry through the development of advanced automated drill rigs. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will own the design and development of innovative drilling rigs that enhance mineral exploration efficiency and accuracy.
Autonomous VehiclesIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical EngineeringMiningMining Technology
Responsibilities
Own the development of next-generation drilling rigs from structure and mechanism design to advanced manufacturing
Develop design concepts from a clean sheet with a first principles, physics-based approach
Perform simulations, stress analysis, hand calculations, and FEA to ensure the durability and performance of components in unbelievably harsh operational conditions
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure hardware integrates with Durin's electrical, control, and software systems to support necessary mission objectives
Be responsible for project delivery timeline from early design through production, rollout, and global operation
Exemplify technical excellence and be accountable for your work
Optimize mechanical systems for performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
Conduct field visits to understand operational challenges and implement improvements in real-world environments
Source, retain, and advise new and experienced vendors from a technical perspective
Qualification
Required
Experience designing, analyzing, building, and testing high-performance mechanical systems, preferably heavy machinery and/or autonomous systems
Proficiency in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
Proficiency with FEA tools for stress analysis and simulation (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, Abaqus)
Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, drive mechanisms, and structural design
Analytical/scientific programming experience (i.e., Python, Matlab, Excel)
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tolerances, and selecting materials for mechanical components
Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment to rapidly prototype and manufacture new products
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Have a bias to action, take pride in your work, and care more about getting to the right solution than being right
Must be willing to work from our headquarters in El Segundo
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Benefits
100% healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are paid for when you're at headquarters
We can help you find housing nearby
Company
Durin
Durin Mining Technologies builds autonomous drilling rigs to streamline and modernize mineral exploration processes.
Founded in 2024
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$3.4MKey Investors
8090 Industries
2025-04-23Pre Seed· $3.4M
Leadership Team
Ted Feldmann
Founder & CEO
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