LettrLabs · 18 hours ago
Principle Mechatronics Engineer
Beverly Hills, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $200K/yrLettrLabs is a technology company focused on disrupting the direct mail industry with innovative robotics and a SaaS advertising platform. The Principal Mechatronics Engineer will oversee the architecture, design, implementation, and testing of custom automation equipment, ensuring the delivery of reliable mechatronics systems while collaborating with various engineering teams.
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Responsibilities
Own the full lifecycle of mechatronics systems: requirements definition, architecture, design, prototyping, testing, release, and iteration
Design precision mechanisms, paper-handling components, motion assemblies, and supporting structures
Select and integrate actuators, sensors, linear motion systems, and industrial components
Design wiring harnesses, cable routing, sensor interfaces, and panel layouts
Develop control architectures including PLC logic, embedded firmware, state machines, and motion profiles
Apply principles of control theory, system modeling, and dynamics to achieve smooth, reliable motion
Collaborate with electrical engineers, machinists, software engineers, and operations teams to bring designs into production
Lead debugging and root-cause analysis efforts for mechanical, electrical, or firmware issues
Support manufacturing through documentation, build procedures, BOMs, testing protocols, and quality control
Drive continuous improvements in throughput, reliability, uptime, and ease of maintenance
Qualification
Required
Proven experience engineering complex automation or mechatronic systems, with demonstrated leadership in system ownership and platform architecture
Strong mechanical design background with experience in mechanism/motion design, precision assemblies, and CAD proficiency (Siemens NX preferred, SolidWorks/Creo acceptable)
Hands-on expertise across mechanical, electrical, and embedded domains typical of mechatronics: Actuator and motor selection, Motion control systems, Sensor integration, Electronics fundamentals (analog/digital, grounding, shielding), Wiring, harnessing, cable management
Proficiency with embedded programming principles (state machines, RTOS fundamentals, basic C/C++ for microcontrollers, communication buses (CAN, RS-485, I2C, SPI, Modbus, EtherCAT a plus)
Experience with industrial automation platforms (PLCs, servo drives, industrial IO)
Strong understanding of control theory, feedback loops, PID tuning, system dynamics
Experience working in fast-paced, iterative engineering environments (startup or small team preferred)
Familiarity with Python or similar for scripting, automation, data logging, and testing
Benefits
Unlimited PTO policy
8 company paid holidays
Company
LettrLabs
B2B marketing company that created handwritten direct mail
Founded in 2020
11-50 employees
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