Mechanical Engineer ($120k-$160k + Equity) at VC-backed optical communications startup

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Job Title

Mechanical Engineer

Salary

$120k-$160k + Equity

Company Description

VC-backed optical communications startup

Job Description

You will lead the mechanical design and field integration of next-generation optical wireless hardware. Moving beyond traditional CAD work, you will drive rapid prototyping, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and on-site deployments. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between advanced lab concepts and ruggedized, real-world robotic and industrial connectivity solutions.

Location

Campbell, USA

Why this role is remarkable

Join a venture-backed team building groundbreaking technology that outperforms standard Wi-Fi by orders of magnitude.
Work at the intersection of robotics and physical AI, solving fundamental infrastructure constraints for autonomous systems.
Enjoy a hands-on startup environment where you influence product architecture and see your designs deployed in the field.

What You Will Do

Design and model mechanical enclosures, mounts, and integration systems for high-bandwidth optical hardware using SolidWorks or Fusion.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate optical sensors and communications equipment into diverse industrial environments.
Lead field trials and customer pilots, troubleshooting complex system-level mechanical issues during real-world deployments.

The ideal candidate

Has 3-8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering for robotics, autonomous systems, or ruggedized hardware products.
Demonstrates mastery of CAD modeling and a proven track record of moving designs from initial concept to physical deployment.
Thrives in fast-paced startup environments and is willing to travel periodically for hands-on testing and on-site installations.

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How does this work?

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