Chef Robotics · 1 day ago
Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer (all roles)
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$50K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expChef Robotics is on a mission to accelerate the advent of intelligent machines in the physical world, starting with food automation. They are seeking a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer to design and build components for automated control systems and robotics, engaging with vendors and conducting reliability testing.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Food and BeverageMachine LearningRobotics
Responsibilities
Design and build various mechanical/mechatronics components for automated control systems and robotics
Design end effectors and manipulation systems
Work with multiple teams to create, analyze, and develop mechanical and industrial designs for the Chef System
Do systems integration to create a full robotic system
Work in the Chef lab to design, prototype, test, and launch various mechanical and industrial components
Engage with vendors to identify, select, and source materials for mechatronic system designs
Design and build processes to test systems and conduct reliability testing; conduct studies to determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment
Qualification
Required
Shipped hardware to production
BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years on-the-job work experience in mechanical design or robotics
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD, CAM, solid modeling, surface modeling, and sheet metal
Proficiency with fabrication drawings, 2D drawings, and knowledge of GD&T
Accomplished the full product cycle - from conceptualization to design to release to redesign
Strong understanding of FEA, risk analysis, solid mechanics, heat, and stress transfer simulation
Preferred
Experienced with early start-ups or the food and beverage industry
Experienced with PLCs, ubuntu, depth cameras
Familiar with the Robot Operating System (ROS), Python, Arduino, C++, or Electromechanical system design
Familiar with thermodynamics
Benefits
Generous 401k (we will match up to 4% of your salary)
Fantastic health benefits
Meaningful equity (ISO's) in a company with unlimited potential!
Company
Chef Robotics
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$65.6MKey Investors
Silicon Valley BankAlumni Ventures
2025-03-31Series A· $20.6M
2025-03-31Debt Financing· $22.5M
2024-01-26Seed
Leadership Team
Ray Martino
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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