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Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer, Factory Automation

Divergent
Location
Torrance, California, United States
Posted
19 days ago
Department
17-Hardware Development
Salary
$128,520 - $176,720
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated track record of architecting and delivering complex mechanical systems from concept through detailed design, build, test, release, and deployment
  • Expert capability in 3D CAD, engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, component selection, and design for manufacturability and assembly
  • Broad understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to unfamiliar or multidisciplinary design problems
  • Ability to convert ambiguous needs into practical designs and make sound technical decisions with incomplete or evolving information
  • Hands-on experience developing prototypes and integrating, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment
Nice to have
  • Experience in Siemens NX and Teamcenter
  • Experience with Jira, Confluence
  • Experience with Microsoft tools – Teams, Sharepoint, PowerBI
  • Experience with Oracle
  • Experience with Capital Equipment: Industrial Automation, Industrial Robotics, Chemical conversion / electrodeposition / plating / dip coatings, Adhesives / Bonding, Welding Systems, Machine Tools, Laser powder bed fusion, Additive manufacturing
What the job really is

As a Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer on the Factory Automation team, you will be responsible for the mechanical design and deployment of automation systems that support Divergent's Adaptive Production Systems. This hands-on role involves translating manufacturing needs into mechanical designs, evaluating trade-offs, and driving complex mechanical systems from concept through production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop solutions for evolving factory needs and contribute to innovative manufacturing technologies.

Benefits
  • Holistic Compensation Package including a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown
  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options
  • Company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
  • Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options; this is an on-site role
  • Occasional travel may be required during critical design, build, integration, testing, or commissioning activities
  • The role involves regular interaction with industrial equipment and may include exposure to elevated noise, chemicals, and high power electrical equipment
  • Pay range provided is broad and may vary significantly based on experience and level
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