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Design Engineer Mechatronics Engineering

1st Avenue Power
San Jose, California
Full Time
Posted January 20, 2026
$120k - $145k
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Job Description

The Mechatronics Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of robotics solutions for solar energy sites, focusing on improving performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness within a fast-growing clean energy company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, validation, and certification of mechatronic solutions for solar PV systems and sites.
  • Oversee development of robotics platforms for panel cleaning, inspection, and vegetation management.
  • Evaluate and adapt off-the-shelf solutions for project-specific technical needs.
  • Coordinate with engineering, construction, and maintenance teams to define requirements, timelines, and objectives.
  • Prepare detailed system designs to meet project goals and initiatives.
  • Develop and oversee testing programs to validate concepts and designs in lab and field settings.
  • Stay current with industry standards and regulations related to site needs.
  • Support other engineering tasks and duties as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering.
  • Proven track record of robotics development and design engineering capabilities.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams.
  • Proficient in Solidworks with ability to create component and assembly models and drawings.
  • Experience with Microcontrollers, ROS, Arduino or similar controllers and coding language for typical mechatronic applications.
  • Experience with AI and Machine Learning in Mechatronic applications.
  • Comfortable working in a high paced startup environment.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation Package
Health Insurance with 100% employee premium coverage under a Gold-level PPO plan
Dental and Vision Insurance with 50% of employee premiums covered
Retirement Plan with a 6% employer match on 401(k)

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