Staff Mechatronics Engineer
GrayMatter Robotics · Los Angeles Metropolitan Area · Yesterday
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead system-level design and architecture of robotic and automation solutions.
- Own complex mechatronic subsystems across mechanical, electrical, and controls domains.
- Serve as a technical authority on robotic cell design, integration, and performance.
- Drive requirements definition, trade studies, and design reviews.
- Partner with software, controls, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver robust systems.
- Mentor senior and mid-level engineers; raise overall technical bar.
- Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution validation when needed.
- Identify technical risks early and guide mitigation strategies.
- Influence long-term product and platform roadmap decisions.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience in mechatronics, robotics, or automation engineering.
- Strong background in industrial robotics, automation systems, or complex machinery.
- Demonstrated ownership of system-level designs through deployment.
- Deep understanding of electromechanical systems and controls integration.
- Experience leading technical projects or acting as a technical lead.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and make architecture-level decisions.
- Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with robotic cell design in manufacturing environments.
- Hands-on exposure to PLCs, sensors, actuators, and industrial safety systems.
- Prior experience mentoring or technically leading teams.
- Customer-facing engineering or field deployment experience.