274 mechanical engineer jobs found in Palo Alto, CA

About 1X We're an AI and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California, on a mission to build a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously. We believe that to truly understand the world and grow in intelligence, humanoid robots must live and learn alongside us. That's why we're focused on developing friendly home robots designed to integrate seamlessly into everyday life. We're looking for curious, driven, and passionate people who want to help shape the future of robotics and AI. If this mission excites you, we'd be thrilled to hear from you and explore how you might contribute to our journey. Role Overview We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, integration, and iteration of robotic actuators. In this role, you will work closely with electrical, control, and test engineers to develop robust mechanical designs that can be prototyped, tested, and eventually manufactured. You will...

About 1X We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance. Role Overview We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and scale the head sub-system for our humanoid robot, NEO. This role involves developing and integrating the structural, mechanical, and electromechanical components that enable the robot's expressive, perceptive, and functional capabilities. You will be responsible for hands-on design, prototyping, and system integration while working closely with electrical, software, manufacturing and industrial design teams. You will own mechanical components and assemblies throughout their lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping to validation and mass production. Your work will directly influence the reliability, safety, aesthetics, and scalability of humanoid robots deployed worldwide. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with strong mechanical design skills who thrives in a fast-paced...

About Periodic Labs We are an AI + physical sciences lab building state of the art models to make novel scientific discoveries. We are well funded and growing rapidly. Team members are owners who identify and solve problems without boundaries or bureaucracy. We eagerly learn new tools and new science to push forward our mission. About the Role Join a world-class team of scientists and engineers pushing the boundaries of materials research in a groundbreaking lab where AI and automation unlock discoveries at unprecedented speed and scale. Periodic Labs is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to participate in the design and build-out of our automated lab for accelerated materials discovery. You'll collaborate with scientists to turn ideas and requirements into build-ready designs, and partner with integrators and contract manufacturers to see systems through installation and bring-up. You'll own the mechanical backbone of new tools and fixtures, keeping quality,...

Job Description: AMA is accepting applications for two on-site summer internship positions at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. Work will be in support of the Entry Systems and Vehicle Development Branch at NASA. The successful candidates will play an important role in the direct application of technologies and capabilities to design, develop, test, and prototype atmospheric Entry, Descent, and Landing (EDL) systems. Responsibilities: NASA ARC is seeking support for thermal protection and entry systems projects, including ADEPT (Adaptable Deployable Entry and Placement Technology): • Development and analysis of ADEPT aeroshell deployment mechanisms • Design and prototyping of drag modulated entry drag skirt release mechanisms • Development of mass estimation tools for entry system components • Mechanical design and analysis for spaceflight hardware development • CAD modeling and documentation of flight hardware designs • Investigation and design of...

Fulfil is a well-funded, rapidly growing, and inclusive company that has developed a custom automation robotics system to pick and pack online orders of groceries and other consumables, bringing delight and a value proposition to consumers that doesn't exist today. Additionally, its unique design and technology is purpose-built to solve today's environmental problems in the world's food supply chain. Founded by a team with previous startup success and backed by top-tier VCs, we are committed to reducing waste, improving environmental impact, and reducing emissions with truly new technology. Our first commercial product launch went live in 2024, we deployed more in 2025 and are in line for even more in 2026. We can't do it alone -- we're seeking curious, capable, passionate team members motivated by the opportunity to create lasting impact on the world through their work. This role offers ample growth opportunities while working side-by-side with an impassioned, multi-disciplinary...

As a Mechanical Engineer at Pilgrim , you will be a hands-on member of our engineering team, driving the design, development, and deployment of advanced hardware systems. This is not a theoretical or routine R&D role-you'll own initiatives end-to-end, transforming mission needs into prototypes, refining them through field demos and rapid iterations, and engaging directly with operators and decision-makers to ensure breakthroughs reach warfighters where they matter most. This role is ideal for an engineer eager to learn fast, take ownership early, and grow through building systems that operate under real-world pressure. Responsibilities Design and develop compact, ruggedized subsystems, housings, and rigs in CAD , ensuring reliability under shock, vibration, and environmental conditions. Prototype components using CNC machining (Fusion 360 CAM with Tormach PathPilot), 3D printing (FDM/SLA), vacuum/pressure forming, laser cutting, and general metalworking. Develop and...

Fresh Consulting is a design-led, software development and hardware engineering company, offering end-to-end digital services to help companies innovate. We bring together amazing UX designers, sophisticated developers, digital strategists, and top-notch engineers to help companies create fresh experiences that connect humans, systems, and machines. We've been growing fast and need someone to help us continue to manage the delivery of high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. See more at freshconsulting.com Visit freshconsulting.com/portfolio to see our project work across several industries. View and apply to all jobs - https://freshconsulting.applytojob.com/apply/ or visit freshconsulting.com/careers Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer Location: Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA Benefits: Employee benefits at 100% including Medical, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Plan and much more! Hours: Minimum 40 Hours/Week Job Description Lead exploration, prototyping, maturing and implementation of...

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview Joby Aviation is seeking an intern to help design, build and test the most advanced electric powertrain in the industry. The person will design parts and assemblies, run tests to better understand our designs, and provide hands-on support to hardware builds. We expect our interns to take on a lot of ownership but will provide support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment!...

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Ground Support Equipment Team. As part of this team, you will be working on the development of charging and thermal conditioning systems for VTOL electric aircraft. Work will include the detailed design, procurement and testing of systems, assemblies and components. The projects will be dynamic, fast paced, and well-funded. Responsibilities Selection and design of...

Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. As a Mechanical Engineers at 1X Technologies you will focus on designing, building, and validating mechanical subsystems for advanced robotics and automation products. You will own components from concept through production, with emphasis on tendon mechanisms. Partnering closely with design, testing, and manufacturing teams, you'll deliver reliable, serviceable designs and documentation that meet performance, safety, and cost targets in a fast-paced R&D-to-production environment. Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for robotic/automation platforms. Create rope/tendon-driven, routing, anchoring, and tensioning solutions. Comfortable with 3D CAD models, drawings, and GD&T Perform hand calculations and basic FEA to validate...

Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. As we scale from research and development to full-scale manufacturing, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in electric actuator design to support the development of NEO's hands. In this role, you will own key mechanical subsystems of high-performance electric drive units, and be responsible for the design, optimization, selection, and integration of components such as rotors and stators, bearings, transmissions, and sensors. Responsibilities Design, prototype, and validate robotics (electro)mechanical designs for electric actuators Integrate electronics, sensors and cabling into robotic joints with large range of motion and tight packaging constraints Optimize parts and assemblies for weight, cost, and performance Create high-quality...

Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. As we scale from research and development to full-scale manufacturing, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms) - Hands, to own a set of NEO systems from a mechanical design perspective. In this role, you will design transmissions, structures, integrate sensors and actuators, perform FEA simulations, etc. Responsibilities Design, prototype, and validate robotics (electro)mechanical designs Integrate electronics, sensors and cables in robotic joints with large range of motions and tight packaging Optimize parts and assemblies for weight and cost Create high-quality drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) for manufacturing and production Author concise documentation of design details, requirements, and test plan About You Bachelors in Mechanical or...

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We've designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We're looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service. Overview This role lives within the System Electronics Mechanical team. This team is responsible for designing the pilot inceptors, air data probe, and numerous computer assemblies across the S4, as well as mechanically designing next-generation perception suites for enabling autonomy for future aircraft. We're seeking a passionate, hands-on, and fundamentally...

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview As a Mechanical Design Engineer on Joby Aviation's Powertrain team, you will be responsible for designing world-class power-electronics and propulsion systems. The work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging. Design engineers drive prototype builds, engineering testing, and product validation. Your day-to-day tasks will involve the design, analysis, and testing of all structural, thermal, environmental, and insulating aspects of components...

The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or changing the duties of the position at any time. About the Role We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer who brings a strong foundation in mechanical or manufacturing engineering and thrives in a customer-facing, product-driven role. This is a unique opportunity for someone who understands how things are made-but is equally comfortable engaging with clients, coordinating across departments, and driving products from idea to mass production. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end mechanical component lifecycle -from concept validation through to mass production-focused on enclosures and structural parts. Act as a technical liaison between internal teams (design, procurement, sales) and external stakeholders (customers, suppliers, factories). Collaborate with clients to define...

About Pacific Fusion Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. We are rapidly designing and building a pulsed magnetic fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems. Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders. Why This Role Matters Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to help create the path to...

Design mechanical and electronics systems for robots About Anyware Robotics Anyware Robotics deploys multi-purpose mobile robots, equipped with physical AI, to safely and autonomously handle strenuous and repetitive operational tasks.Pixmo, the company's robot, is designed to autonomously handle boxes for trailer unloading, palletizing, case picking, and trailer loading. Pixmo is powered by AnywareOS, a physical AI software that enables advanced perception and object handling in dynamic, unstructured environments.Pixmo's combination of intelligent software and flexible hardware helps distribution centers and 3PLs reduce labor costs, enhance worker safety, and maintain productivity during labor shortages to deliver a clear return on investment (ROI).We're a small team with big goals, building robots that make work safer and smarter. If you like solving real problems, deploying robots into production, and seeing your ideas come to life, you'll fit right in. Description Are...

About Pacific Fusion Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. We are rapidly designing and building a pulsed magnetic fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems. Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders. Why This Role Matters Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team...

Overview Within SSOE's Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. We pride ourselves on our cross-disciplinary approach, which allows us to understand and address our clients' needs more comprehensively than traditional, siloed methods. What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design. Our in-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing our work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, we deliver industry-leading technology and innovative solutions from day one. SSOE is looking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead design engineering and shaping the future...

Company Description Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and...