Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Technology Group

KoBold Metals

San Francisco Bay Area, USA
Base: $150,000 - $190,000; bonus/equity: compyny e...
On-site
Automated sensing and imaging system development
System architecture definition and trade-off analysis
Integration of new data streams into proprietary systems
KoBold Metals is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Advanced Technology Group in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves leading the development of innovative hardware technologies for mineral exploration, integrating data systems, and contributing to a dynamic, interdisciplinary team

Job Summary

  • This role will drive the design, development, and deployment of a next-generation hardware technology that will transform how KoBold collects and interprets exploration data.
  • You will lead the full technical lifecycle of a critical new hardware system: from concept and prototyping through validation, automation, manufacturing, and deployment in the field.
  • You will also help to build the hardware development discipline and organization at Kobold, contributing to a culture and process that will make our engineering efforts innovative, scalable and repeatable.

Matching Summary

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KoBold Metals is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Advanced Technology Group in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves leading the development of innovative hardware technologies for mineral exploration, integrating data systems, and contributing to a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.

Salary

Base: $150,000 - $190,000; Bonus/Equity: company equity; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Automated sensing and imaging system development
  • System architecture definition and trade-off analysis
  • Integration of new data streams into proprietary systems
  • Mechanical, mechatronic, and automation design
  • Vendor and 3rd party contractor management

Nice-to-have

  • Product management for scientific hardware
  • Intellectual curiosity about mineral exploration
  • Collaboration with domain experts
  • Comfort with dynamic work environments
  • Willingness to travel to remote field sites

Key Requirements

  • Track record of developing and deploying complex automated scientific equipment
  • Experience deploying and supporting complex equipment to remote sites
  • Ability to wear many hats: technical lead, project manager, product manager, hands-on engineer
  • Excellent communication skills for interdisciplinary workplace
  • Extensive experience with physical measurement and data analysis systems
  • Experience with automation, systems integration, and data acquisition
  • Experience with mechanical engineering, CAD, analysis, prototyping
  • Ability to take ownership and responsibility of large projects
  • Ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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