AMP Robotics is a pioneer and industry leader in artificial intelligence and robotics for the recycling industry. We’re reimagining and actively modernizing the world’s recycling infrastructure. Headquartered and with manufacturing operations in Louisville, Colorado, we build and deploy technology that solves many of the central challenges of recycling and shifts the economics of the industry to make it more efficient, cost-effective, scalable, and sustainable. With more than 70 systems installed across North America, Japan, and Europe, we’re increasing the value that can be extracted from recyclable material through superior separation, purity enhancement, and identification of new end markets for reuse and recycling. 

Our diverse, growing team of environmentalists, engineers, and other professionals shares a passion for the promise technology holds to transform the way we recycle. With backing from top-tier investors including Sequoia Capital and recognition including Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies and Forbes’ most promising artificial intelligence companies in America, we’re always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve each day in what we do. Learn more at AMPRobotics.com.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for rapid prototyping and testing as well as the transition of prototypes to scaled production. This will include designing novel recycling technologies and orchestrating tests based on defined metrics and success criteria.    

As our Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will:

• Work with 3 other engineers on the Cortex team on fast-moving, rapidly evolving autonomous recycling products
• Test, validate, and iterate designs to meet strict performance requirements with tight deadlines
• Regularly collaborate with software engineers to achieve desired results
• Rapidly prototype proof-of-concept designs
• Develop products from a prototype phase to larger-scale production

Your background and experience will likely include:

• A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent combination of technical experience and work experience
• 5+ years of industry experience
• A strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and hands on mechanical aptitude
• Solidworks CAD modeling experience
• The ability to design products 
• Strong hands-on skills for building and testing prototypes
• The ability to learn complicated concepts quickly
• Exposure to research and development or new product development
• You’ll also be:
• A self-starter who can take ownership of a project
• Eager to learn
• Communicative across different engineering and non-engineering disciplines 
• Adaptable 
• Driven to succeed
• Reliable and consistent
• Team-oriented
• Willing to take project ownership
• As well as, have:
• Strong critical thinking skills
• The ability to problem solve effectively
• Great communication skills

Additional bonus qualifications we’d love to see:

• Ansys
• Systems engineering experience
• Test engineering experience
• FEA
• CFD
• DFMA
• 3d printing 
• CNC knowledge
• Robotics
• Basic Electronics knowledge
• Basic DAQ/Testing knowledge
• Basic GD&T
• Machine design
• Passionate about environment and recycling
• Recycling/waste industry experience
• Electronics Packaging
• Basic Heat Transfer analysis
• Pneumatics
• Industrial equipment background

We recognize that there is more to work than the day-to-day responsibilities. In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we’re pleased to offer competitive base salaries; medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and sick time; flexible work hours; and the opportunity to quickly accelerate your learning and growth. 

AMP Robotics values inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.