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Mechanical Engineer
Accepting applicationsOPENSHELF · New York, NY
Full-Time Entry aiategansic
Posted
1d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Entry
Country
United States
We're a small startup building a smarter way to manage physical inventory — think automated shelving and retrieval systems that track what you have, where it is, and how much space it takes up. We're looking for a hands-on mechanical engineer to help us design and build it.
What you'll be doing
Design and build the physical hardware — frames, moving parts, storage mechanisms, and the components that make the system move and function reliably
Select motors, actuators, sensors (like weight and dimension sensors), and off-the-shelf parts that fit our needs
Build and test prototypes, troubleshoot what isn't working, and iterate quickly
Work closely with a small team — you'll talk directly with the founders and collaborate with electrical and software engineers
Keep drawings, specs, and documentation organized and up to date
What we're looking for
2+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally with physical products or machinery
Comfortable using CAD software (we use Onshape)
Experience with motors, linear motion systems, or automated/robotic equipment is a big plus
Hands-on — you'll be building and testing real hardware, not just drawing on a computer
Strong problem-solving instincts and ability to work in a fast-moving, resource-conscious environment
Practical details
$80-$110k + equity
Fully covered health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
This is a fully onsite role in Midtown Manhattan — no remote or relocation considered at this time
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What you'll be doing
Design and build the physical hardware — frames, moving parts, storage mechanisms, and the components that make the system move and function reliably
Select motors, actuators, sensors (like weight and dimension sensors), and off-the-shelf parts that fit our needs
Build and test prototypes, troubleshoot what isn't working, and iterate quickly
Work closely with a small team — you'll talk directly with the founders and collaborate with electrical and software engineers
Keep drawings, specs, and documentation organized and up to date
What we're looking for
2+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally with physical products or machinery
Comfortable using CAD software (we use Onshape)
Experience with motors, linear motion systems, or automated/robotic equipment is a big plus
Hands-on — you'll be building and testing real hardware, not just drawing on a computer
Strong problem-solving instincts and ability to work in a fast-moving, resource-conscious environment
Practical details
$80-$110k + equity
Fully covered health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
This is a fully onsite role in Midtown Manhattan — no remote or relocation considered at this time
Show more Show less