Mechanical + Hardware Design Engineer

About the Role

You will define rugged hardware concepts and shepherd them through full production for edge-AI security systems. Your responsibility is to ensure compute, power, and connectivity solutions survive harsh field conditions. You will guide cameras and sensors from initial sketches to global deployment. Success requires balancing industrial design, manufacturing constraints, and field performance.

Key Facts

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Location: USA

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Engagement: Full-time

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Compensation: Base salary + variable compensation

Responsibilities

You will own the end-to-end development of hardware products critical to our platform. Your work will directly influence how our systems are deployed in real-world environments.

• Lead the design, development, and validation of electromechanical assemblies, balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost.
• Own the complete product lifecycle from initial prototype through EVT, DVT, and PVT stages, culminating in vendor handoff and field deployment.
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality components and assemblies.
• Act as a proactive self-starter, taking initiative and urgency to solve problems in fast-moving environments.
• Drive execution across multiple workstreams with clear ownership and accountability.
• Translate abstract concepts into physical proofs of concept to validate feasibility before mass production.
• Guide thermal and vibration strategies to ensure edge devices perform reliably in demanding conditions.
• Craft design solutions for sheet metal and injection molding that are robust and cost-effective.
• Coordinate closely with industrial design and production teams to align design intent with operational reality.
• Champion on-site presence to enable rapid iterations when teams work in the same room.
• Explore new fabrication methods and materials to expand your engineering impact and solve complex problems.

Qualifications

Your background and skills must meet the following criteria.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Bring 2-5 years of hands-on experience in electromechanical or hardware product development.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in CAD tools such as Fusion 360 or SolidWorks.
• Apply DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) practices for sheet metal and injection molding.
• Design with a working knowledge of thermal behavior, vibration, and environmental factors.
• Thrive in fast-moving, demanding situations while maintaining a focus on details.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speech, influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Work effectively in an onsite environment to accelerate progress through in-person collaboration.

Nice to Have

Certain additional skills will strengthen your application.

• Fluency in Chinese and experience leading vendor engagement or manufacturing with partners in Taiwan and China.
• Strong hands-on prototyping instincts, turning half-formed ideas into working physical proofs of concept and iterating quickly.
• Self-driven initiative to learn new fabrication methods, materials, and processes to broaden your engineering range.
• The ability to take projects from unformed ideas to working hardware without waiting for direction.

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive package to support your professional growth and well-being.

• Competitive compensation package (base salary + variable compensation).
• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and base life insurance.
• Flexible paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options.
• Equity in a rapidly growing company.
• Referral bonuses.
• Daily team dinners and regular team off-sites to build connection and momentum.
• The latest Apple tech and unlimited tools so you can win.

Our Mission

We are on a mission to transform a $50B+ legacy industry by bringing the power of current multimodal LLMs and computer vision to real-world security and operations. From firearm detection to intelligent access control, our AI-native platform turns every camera and sensor into a smart system that enhances safety, efficiency, and awareness.

Founded by Ashesh Jain (ex-Lyft Level 5, PhD Cornell) and Peter Ondruska (ex-Lyft, PhD Oxford), Coram AI is backed by Ansa Capital, Battery Ventures, Mosaic, 8VC and Up Partners, have raised over $65M, and were named to the CB Insights AI 100 as one of the most promising AI companies in the world. If you are excited to work on mission-critical AI that makes an impact in the real world, we would love to meet you.

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