Joby Aviation · 11 hours ago
Equipment Mechanical Design Engineer
US-CA-Santa Cruz
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expJoby Aviation is a company focused on developing a piloted air taxi and is in the final stages of certifying their aircraft. They are seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer to design and build custom electromechanical equipment for automating manufacturing processes, working closely with various teams to deliver production-ready solutions.
AerospaceElectric VehicleTransportationAir Transportation
Responsibilities
Design and develop custom automation equipment and electromechanical systems to replace or augment manual manufacturing processes
Own full lifecycle equipment development, including concept generation, requirements definition, detailed mechanical design, prototyping, build support, testing, and iteration
Design mechanisms incorporating gears, cams, linkages, linear rails, bearings, actuators, servo motors, and drive systems
Specify and integrate sensors, motion components, safety devices, and machine subsystems in collaboration with controls and PLC engineers
Create detailed CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation suitable for fabrication, assembly, and long-term support
Support equipment build, assembly, and debug on the shop floor, troubleshooting mechanical and electromechanical issues hands-on
Partner with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure equipment meets throughput, reliability, ergonomics, and safety requirements
Improve existing equipment by identifying performance limitations and implementing mechanical upgrades or design improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience (preferably 10+ years) designing and building custom automation equipment or special-purpose machinery
Strong background in mechanical system design, including mechanisms, power transmission, and structural design
Hands-on experience with electromechanical components such as servo motors, actuators (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic), gearboxes, belts, chains, and ball/linear screw systems
Familiarity with sensors, machine controls, and industrial automation architectures
Working knowledge of PLC-based systems and control concepts (programming not required, but must interface effectively with controls engineers)
Proficiency with 3D CAD (preferrably Catia) and mechanical drafting for production-quality designs
Experience supporting builds in a shop or factory environment, including troubleshooting and iterative refinement
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance ideal design with practical manufacturing constraints
Strong understanding of common manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, welding, and mechanical assembly
Comfortable working in fast-paced, prototype-heavy environments with evolving requirements
Mechatronics and Pneumatics: Comprehensive experience with system designs utilizing mechatronic and pneumatic components
Project Execution: Proven track record in executing projects from initial concept development through final commissioning
Preferred
Robotics and Control Systems Expertise: Strong familiarity with industrial robots (Kuka, Fanuc, Kawasaki) and control systems (Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
Hands-on Skills: Advanced machine shop skills, including the use of lathes, mills, welders, and other machine shop equipment
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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