Mechanical Engineer (Mid-Senior Level) at Splash Inc. (W25)
$100K - $160K  •  0.01% - 0.50%
Autonomous patrol-boats for National Security
El Segundo, CA, US
Full-time
US citizen/visa only
6+ years
About Splash Inc.

Splash is developing the next generation of autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) to provide National Security and defend critical assets such as oil rigs and shipping terminals. Our long-term vision is to make traditional naval vessels obsolete by creating a fleet of low-cost and versatile boats which will be able to dominate the seas. Our expertise in mass manufacturing, engineering and quickly scaling operations will make this vision a reality.

About the role
Skills: CAD Design

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys building real hardware and owning designs from first concept through production. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, involving mechanical design, CAD, prototyping, testing, and production handoff.

You will work on open-ended engineering problems where requirements evolve and tradeoffs matter. The work requires comfort moving between analysis and physical iteration—designing parts, building prototypes, testing them, learning from failures, and improving the design. You’ll collaborate closely with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to deliver practical, reliable mechanical systems.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of mechanical design experience using SOLIDWORKS
  • 2+ years of experience with complex surface modeling
  • Strong experience working with manufacturers and applying DFM/DFA for cost-effective, scalable production
  • Hands-on prototyping experience using 3D printing and machining

Preferred Experience

  • Experience working with MCUs, sensors, and basic hardware interfacing
  • Designing for harsh or outdoor environments, ideally including marine applications
  • System-level debugging, hardware/software integration, and structured test approaches
  • Familiarity with industry standards for safety-critical or mission-critical hardware

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