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Senior Mechanical Engineer

CalgaryOn-siteFull-time

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A senior mechanical engineer designs, develops, and integrates cutting-edge robotic manufacturing automation systems, leading projects from concept through compliance, documentation, and deployment in a fast-growing startup.

About this role

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 operatedinside 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 homebuildingtogether.

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 

Skills

ANSIAutoCADCSADFMEADrivesISOManufacturing ProcessesMechatronicsMotion ControlMotor ControlOSHAPFMEAPneumaticsRobotic Systems IntegrationSolidWorks

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