Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer @ Chefee Robotics HQ - Austin TX

*** living in the Austin area is required for application to be considered ***

At Chefee Robotics we hire people who tell us what to do - not the other way around.
And we’re Hiring

Chefee Robotics, is building home robotic chefs Yes, it's not a typo, the Jetsons dream is here.

Unlike big robotic arms, Chefee is a compact machine that seamlessly fits into existing kitchen cabinets and cooks hundreds of dishes from scratch, on command via voice or app. Hungry yet?

Feature Highlights:

• Autonomously Cooking Kitchen (ACK)
• Voice Activated
• Installs in 1 Afternoon
• 5,000+ Recipes (or add your own!)
• Amazon Fresh / Insta cart Service Subscriptions

Business History:

• 3 years of R&D in San Francisco and Austin.
• Patent granted with upcoming patents pending
• Fully functional unit with app, Alexa Amazon Fresh & instacart integrations.

Traction:

• Celebrity chef endorsement and investor (in due diligence)
• $550k in potential revenue from paid reservations
• $500k signed LOI with high-end kitchen remodeling co. (Palm Springs).
• Initial sales pending for Austin-based pilot.
• Partner luxury showroom in Austin, TX.

In Q2, 2024, we'll be launching our Alpha pilot. Concurrently, we are developing our Beta model, the final step before our national launch in Christmas, 2024.

The opportunity:

For the right Mechanical Engineer who is talented, motivated and reliable with a can do attitude who is passionate and proud in their work to be a part of our jaw dropping technology development, you can be a part of a small, lean, passionate and dynamic startup team of 3 to develop the Beta on this a groundbreaking project that will shape the future of home cooking!

Key skills and passions include:

• Experience prototyping - 3D printing, CNC, product development, laser cutting, welding, drilling, power tools etc.
• Huge passion for solving problems
• Love food and tech
• experience with system design ,DFM, DFA, FEA and fabrication

Great to have personality traits:

a team player, creative thinker, transparent, thankful and appreciative, grit.

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To apply, use Indeed.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or project work demonstrating your Mechanical Engineering skills and expertise.

To stand out:
send a link to a video of you explaining why you want to take part of this opportunity.
OR
send us an email titled "YUM" to info@chefeerobotics.com and tell us why you're a great fit.

We look forward to reviewing your application and how your mastery in engineering can help us bring forward our vision of tomorrow’s robotic kitchen, today.

Good luck!

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More Detailed Description Of Opportunity:

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing mechanical systems and components for our innovative project.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical systems, components, prototypes from concept to production-ready stage.
• Conduct research to determine the feasibility of proposed designs.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, analysis, and simulations to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety.
• Perform system integration and testing.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing experts to integrate mechanical designs seamlessly.
• Risk assessments, and cost analyses to support project decision-making.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, and test plans.
• Prepare designs for the manufacturing processes (DFM), troubleshoot issues, and provide innovative solutions for continuous improvement.
• Advise management team how to streamline the development and speed up processes.

Requirements:

• BS/MS/Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
• 4+ Years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, preferably in Robotics, Kitchen Appliances.
• Project management and planning.
• CAD Software Proficiency 3+ years (e.g., SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Inventor, etc). engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD). A bonus if you have experience with CNC machining and fabrication.
• Background in scalable DFM / DFA products or deep knowledge in casting, injection molding, and machining.
• Experienced in designing, manufacturing, troubleshooting, and debugging prototype hardware.
• Proficiency in drafting and technical writing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform FEA analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with product development lifecycle, from concept ideation to production implementation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to design, prototyping, DFM and commercializing
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet project deadlines.
• In person and hands on with our technology in our Austin TX location + Remote Hybrid options.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,600.00 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience level:

• 10 years
• 11+ years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Mechanical engineering: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX 78704 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78704