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Mechanical Engineer

Strativ Group
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

Mechanical Engineer

$120k - $170k Equity & Benefits

Onsite - Phoenix, AZ


We are a pioneering swarm robotics company developing low-cost, autonomous solutions for industrial and defense applications. Our mission is to transform society and enhance defense capabilities through ubiquitous, attritable robot swarms. Our primary product is a fleet of Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) designed for sophisticated, coordinated mobility across challenging environments.


Led by experts with decades of experience from NASA, JPL, and the self-driving industry, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the hardware design and integration of our ground-based autonomous systems.


What You’ll Do:

  • Spearhead hardware design and integration efforts for our ground swarm robots.
  • Design mechanical solutions to integrate sensors, computers, and custom components into off-road autonomous vehicles.
  • Produce ruggedized designs capable of maintaining high performance in harsh, off-road environments.
  • Take technical ownership of hardware delivery through the full development cycle.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and OEM partners to evaluate component designs, requirements, and test plans.
  • Work cross-functionally in a high-paced, fluid tech startup environment.


You Should Have:

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
  • 2 years of experience in CAD design for both prototype and production hardware components.
  • Proven track record of working through an entire product development cycle of a hardware design.


Bonus:

  • MS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
  • Real-world experience designing and fabricating custom ruggedized parts for autonomous ground vehicles.
  • Knowledge of DoD requirements and defense-specific hardware standards.


Apply:

Email - Paolo at p.melacrinis@strativgroup.com


Keywords: Mechanical Engineer, CAD, Robotics, UGV, Mechatronics, Defense, Hardware Design, Ruggedization, Swarm Intelligence, Autonomous Vehicles

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