Mechanical Engineer

salientmotion· Mechanical Engineering
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📍 Torrance, CA

About this role

**Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) to meet customer and regulatory requirements**

Who We Are

We are pioneering modular motion technologies to power the next generation of innovation for Industrial, Aerospace and Defense. If you're excited about disrupting legacy industries, and passionate about motor control technology, let's chat!

We are at the forefront of innovation, crafting exclusive motion control components that propel the industrial, aerospace, and defense sectors into the future.

A couple other things:

  • We are open to relocating you
  • We have great benefits
  • We are well funded, and already generating revenue
  • We are located in beautiful Torrance, CA and just moved into a new large hangar facility

What you'll do:

  • Design production hardware and test equipment
  • Design and analysis of Electromechanical Systems
  • Work across all levels of the organization to develop design requirements
  • Select and manage contract manufacturers for a variety of manufacturing processes
  • Work with PCBAs and electronics enclosures

What you need:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of experience with the full design cycle from ideation to production
  • Design experience in Solidworks or other CAD package 
  • General knowledge of designing for electrical enclosures
  • Knowledge of DFM and GD&T

Nice to have:

  • Gearbox design and fabrication
  • Strong understanding in electromechanical actuator design and analysis

What we have to offer:

We are not just building components. We are reshaping the future of the Aerospace and Defense component industry, which is a $300B+ market! Come join us and help build next generation systems that will make a massive impact at global scale.

  • We offer competitive compensation + equity
  • Exceptional healthcare benefits, Medical is 100% covered by the company
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401K
  • More to come!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Mechanical Engineer position at salientmotion?
The salary for this Mechanical Engineer role at salientmotion is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Mechanical Engineer position at salientmotion located?
This Mechanical Engineer role at salientmotion is based in Torrance, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Mechanical Engineer at salientmotion belong to?
This Mechanical Engineer position is part of the Mechanical Engineering department at salientmotion. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Mechanical Engineer position at salientmotion?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to salientmotion's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Mechanical Engineer job at salientmotion posted?
This Mechanical Engineer position at salientmotion was posted on Jan 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mechanical Engineer
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