About this role
Who we are
Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) that automate operations in mines, quarries, and construction sites worldwide. While much of the industry remains in R&D, we deliver real, production-ready autonomy that is already operating in the field.
We are on a mission to make mining operations safer, smarter, and more efficient through cutting-edge technology, and we are building toward becoming the world’s first profitable AV technology company.
What you’ll do
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We’re seeking exceptional mechanical engineers to help develop the Pronto Autonomous Haulage System.
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You will be responsible for owning designs through prototype and assembly as well as installing systems onto vehicles as large as 100+ ton haul trucks, while developing documentation to scale installations. All aspects of the role will be very hands-on and will involve fieldwork.
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Projects could include sensor design and placement, drive-by-wire system hardware design, and system architecture planning. Additionally, projects may be R&D oriented for new vehicle platforms or iterating on existing designs. Some procurement and vendor management responsibilities will likely be required.
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Apply mechanical engineering principles for the development and integration of drive-by-wire hardware including actuators and sensors
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Travel to customer sites for development and initial installation of hardware systems (up to 30%)
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Develop bespoke solutions to customer specific problems
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Refine current hardware kits for efficient scaling
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Develop vehicle hardware kits for new platforms
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Develop 2D and 3D CAD models of mechanical and electro-mechanical components and assemblies
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Create and maintain documentation of design solutions including reports, engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and installation instructions
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Develop testing and validation procedures for electromechanical systems
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Build prototypes using various rapid prototyping technologies (e.g. 3D print, laser cut)
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Source components and manage vendors
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Work on system level design with a cross-functional team to develop mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions
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What we’re looking for
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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field is required.
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Minimum 2+ years of non-internship professional Mechanical Design Engineering experience.
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Automotive or heavy equipment industry experience strongly preferred
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Familiarity with robotic systems is strongly preferred
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Experience/ expertise with 3D CAD tools
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Hands on experience building mechanical and/or electrical systems; machine shop and/or fabrication experience preferred
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Experience designing for CNC machine, sheet metal fab, and 3D print
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Experience with hydraulic systems is a plus
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Ability to resolve issues during design, development and execution of mechanical engineering activi