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Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Integration

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Lead mechanical integration and packaging of electronics, sensors, and payloads for autonomous surface vessels. Create CAD models and drawings, define mounting and cable routing strategies, ensure manufacturability and serviceability, support prototypes and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive design-for-manufacturing decisions.
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Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the integration and packaging of mechanical, electrical, and sensing subsystems within our autonomous surface vessels. This role is responsible for translating system designs into physically integrated, manufacturable, and serviceable hardware.

Systems You Will Own
  • Payload integration and mounting

  • Electronics packaging and enclosure integration

  • Sensor mounting, alignment, and protection systems

  • Cable routing and harness management

  • Mechanical interfaces between subsystems (brackets, mounts, bulkheads)

  • Access panels and serviceability features

  • Internal layout and packaging of subsystems within the vehicle

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical integration solutions for electronics, sensors, and payloads

  • Own physical layout and packaging of components within the vehicle

  • Define mounting strategies and structural interfaces

  • Develop cable routing strategies with electrical engineering

  • Ensure manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability

  • Create CAD models, drawings, and integration documentation

  • Perform tolerance analysis and support testing

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams

  • Support prototype builds and troubleshooting

  • Drive design-for-manufacturing decisions

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field

  • 2+ years integrating mechanical and electrical systems

  • Experience with hardware packaging and subsystem integration

  • Proficiency in 3D CAD

  • Strong mechanical design fundamentals

  • Experience in prototype or production environments

Preferred

  • Experience with electronics packaging or robotics systems

  • Familiarity with cable/harness design

  • Experience designing for harsh environments

  • Experience with maritime, aerospace, or defense systems

  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

Benefits
  • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

  • Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

  • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

  • Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

  • Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

  • Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

  • Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

  • Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

  • Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office 

 
 

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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