About the Role
ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an innovative Mechanical Technician with a strong mechatronics background to join our Robotic R&D Team. This role involves bridging mechanical design with electronic systems integration and driving project development from concept to completion, working on cutting-edge technology and developing innovative solutions in a dynamic R&D environment.
Responsibilities
- Take on mechanical design and development of component parts of robotic assemblies
- Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software for manufacturing and assembly
- Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and integration of mechanical systems
- Collaborate with electrical and software engineers on integrated solutions
- Develop solutions from initial conceptual direction with minimal guidance
- Support research staff by implementing hardware changes
Requirements
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years' experience in mechanical design with focus on mechatronics
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software with SolidWorks
- Experience with actuators, sensors, and control systems
- Ability to work in a rapid R&D environment
- Ability to take abstract ideas and convert them into practical engineering solutions
- Able to work with high autonomy
Skills
- Mechatronics
- SolidWorks
- Actuators
- Sensors
- Control systems
- 3D printing prototyping
- Machine shop and safety practices
- Industrial automation
- Robotics
- PLCs
- Microcontrollers
- GD&T
- Electrical diagrams
- C++
- Python
- Soldering
- Wire / cable manufacturing
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- On-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $110,000-$120,000
Benefits
- Mentorship
- Career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits
About the Company
- We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles.
- With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
- As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
- We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
- Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
- As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
