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Senior Mechanical Engineer

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In-Office
Calgary, AB, CAN
Senior level
In-Office
Calgary, AB, CAN
Senior level
Lead mechanical design and integration of robotic automation systems: create complex 3D models, manufacturing drawings and BOMs; ensure regulatory compliance; manage suppliers and low-cost manufacturing partnerships; support installations, maintenance, and repairs; mentor junior engineers; set equipment build schedules; conduct design reviews and technical documentation.
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Promise Robotics is pioneering Physical AI for homebuilding — a rapidly growing, venture-backed company bringing together AI, robotics, and manufacturing to help the homebuilding industry meet the growing demand for housing. Our robotic systems, built and operated inside  AI-powered factories, give the industry the production capacity, consistency, and speed to build more high-quality homes than traditional methods allow. Our team spans AI researchers and roboticists to factory operators, technicians, and production teams — all building the future of homebuilding together. 

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team and contribute to developing cutting-edge solutions for our core robotic manufacturing technologies.  This role will be based at our Calgary, AB facility.  

You might be a good fit if you:

    • Have a passion for leading industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact  

    • Desire to play a founding role and reap the benefits as part of a growth-stage startup with significant upside   

    • Enjoy building not only the technology but also high-performing teams and companies  

    • Are committed to continuous learning at the intersection of several industries  

What you'll do:

    • Lead the design of cutting-edge, industry-first automation systems using a first-principles approach 

    • Gather design constraints and produce complex 3D models based on a knowledge of pneumatics, motion (motor control & drives), materials, and manufacturing processes   

    • Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications, and release bills of materials; own all aspects of the product design phase  

    • Design systems for compliance to applicable standards (i.e., CSA, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, customer specific)  

    • Establish robust supply chains and manage low-cost manufacturing partnerships  

    • Confer with colleagues, suppliers, contractors, customers, and relevant authorities to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and create appropriate technical documentation, including machine manuals  

    • Set goals, develop, and maintain equipment build schedules for project launches  

    • Research and evaluate mechanical products for application feasibility by applying knowledge of engineering principles for our continual product development  

    • Support equipment installations, operation, maintenance, and repairs to ensure that machinery is installed and functioning according to intended specifications  

    • Lead and participate in mechanical design reviews  

    • Other duties as assigned  

What you'll need to succeed:

    • Bachelor or Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics); P.Eng. designation required 

    • 5+ years of robotic systems integration experience in a custom automation environment  

    • Practical hands-on mechanical aptitude and a sincere passion for engineering, robotics, and automation  

    • Extensive experience using SolidWorks and AutoCAD  

    • A portfolio of automation projects in which you made significant contributions  

    • A willingness to participate in all technical areas of the business as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact  

    • The capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain timing deadlines  

    • Experience in mentoring junior engineers and designers 

    • Ability to work onsite at our Calgary factory 

    • Ability to travel internationally  

    • A relentless pursuit of learning and growing in the rapidly changing world of industrial automation  

Benefits:
Competitive salary: we believe in data-driven, equitable compensation decisions. We recently completed a compensation review and implemented salary bands that enable us to pay mid to above-average Canadian salaries across various industries.
Stock options: everyone has a stake in our company.
Holistic benefits: we have a comprehensive benefits package that includes paramedical, dental, vision, and drug coverage for you and your dependents, as well as a health care spending account. These benefits start right from Day 1.
Flexible personal days and vacation policies: we care deeply about the well-being of our team.
Open, collaborative, and supportive culture: you will be part of an incredibly high-performing and collaborative team changing the future of an industry!
Relocation assistance package (if required)
 
 
Promise Robotics is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity.

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