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Mechanical Engineer Robotics

Boston, MA
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Nextera Robotics

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0-3 years
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Location
Boston, MA
Salary
$90,000 - $110,000
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Role Overview

Nextera Robotics is a rapidly-scaling Industrial Robotics and AI company founded at MIT. We develop and deploy extensive fleets of purpose-built industrial robots. We are building a future where AI-native robots handle all the repetitive and physically demanding tasks. Nextera’s clients include Fortune 500 companies. Working at Nextera is a great opportunity for those who love to get things done.

We are a fast-paced, highly technical organization. Our teams are kept small and agile to limit unnecessary layers of process. Autonomy is expected. Every engineer gets to see their work transition from ideas to high-value products. The work is challenging but highly rewarding.

Nextera’s next-generation autonomous mobile robots and robotic arms are being deployed in a variety of environments – from warehouses to production floors, to construction sites.

Responsibilities

  1. Own design and prototyping of custom robot parts and modules
  2. Analyze and optimize mechanical properties
  3. Test and evaluate materials for performance and durability
  4. Develop and refine manufacturing processes
  5. Lead prototyping and assembly of mobile robot fleets
  6. Support robot deployment and field operations

You will work closely with our world-class software engineers in Boston to bring cutting-edge robots to life. This role involves experimenting with different approaches and off-the-shelf components to optimize for accuracy, development speed, and manufacturing cost.

Requirements

  1. 3+ years full-time experience
  2. Good working knowledge of mechanical design, proven experience with Solidworks or Fusion 360
  3. Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping tools including CNC mills, 3D printers, laser cutters, manual tools.
  4. Strong portfolio of completed projects from past jobs, co-ops, internships, project-based classes.
  5. Excellent time management skills

Competitive salary based on experience, plus great perks.

Join a YC-backed startup shaping the future of robotics!