Senior Mechanical Engineer

THE MISSION

Four Grower’s team is developing and deploying world leading AI and robotics to create a world where delicious, nutritious, sustainable food is accessible for everyone. We are at the forefront of developing next-generation farming technologies that empower farmers to cultivate fresh, high-quality produce locally, at an affordable price, and with minimal environmental impact. If you are a mechanical engineer with a vision for the future of agriculture, we invite you to join us on a mission to transform how we grow and consume fresh produce.

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy robotic harvesting systems onsite at greenhouses across the globe and directly contribute to harvesting the produce you see on your grocery store shelves.

YOUR ROLE

• Working with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation, and testing.
• Develop and implement robust assembly verification and system validation tests to guarantee functionality and durability.
• Writing requirements, functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
• Embrace cradle-to-grave ownership of projects, taking responsibility from the initial concept and design phase through manufacturing, testing, and product lifecycle management.
• Exhibit a proactive approach in identifying and addressing engineering challenges at every stage, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability.
• Apply GD&T principles to communicate design intent, ensuring manufacturing and assembly processes adhere to specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Analyze field performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement design modifications to enhance the overall reliability of robotic harvesting systems
• Collaborating closely with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for manufacturability, ensuring smooth, efficient and scalable production processes.
• Leveraging expertise in manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, Injection molding, and additive manufacturing, to enhance the production efficiency of robotic systems.

NEEDED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years of experience designing and developing robotic or mechatronic systems.
• Possess a deep understanding of electro-mechanical design principles, including structural and thermal analysis.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and their application to product design.
• Expertise in the selection and seamless integration of motors, encoders, and sensors into robotic systems.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software, including advanced assemblies, complex configuration management, and best practices for part design.
• Hands-on experience crafting functional prototypes and proof-of-concept models.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effectively conveying technical information and documentation.
• Experience managing projects through their full lifecycle and meeting established milestones.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze design tradeoffs for hardware systems and architectures.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Product Data Management (PDM) systems.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency with FEA and CFD tools.
• Experience with Design for Excellence (DFX) principles.
• Understanding of human-centered design and ergonomics.
• Strong organizational skills and a collaborative work style.
• Experience with Robot safety standards and facilitating CE marking processes.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment.

DETAILS

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Travel: required, <3% with international travel

Benefits: 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision

CONTACT

careers@fourgrowers.com