Mechanical Engineer

About Us

Amidon Heavy Industries is a startup building unmanned systems for the offshore industry. We develop uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) that autonomously deploy tethered remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to inspect subsea pipelines, telecom cables, and offshore infrastructure. Our goal is to deliver reliable subsea awareness at a fraction of the cost of traditional crewed vessels.

The Role

We are hiring a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of our next-generation autonomous surface vessel. You will work closely with senior engineers to turn a proven prototype into a product-ready platform that can operate reliably in real-world marine environments. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to structural design, mechanical systems, and integration tasks across the vessel. You will gain exposure to naval architecture, electrical systems, and autonomy while taking ownership of mechanical projects that directly impact the performance and reliability of our platform.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and analysis of structural and mechanical systems for autonomous vessels

• Produce CAD models, detailed drawings, and documentation for manufacturing

• Support integration of mechanical systems with electrical, propulsion, and autonomy components

• Prototyping, assembly, and testing of components in harsh environments

• Participate in at-sea trials, collecting data and troubleshooting mechanical issues

• Collaborate with senior engineers to refine designs for manufacturability and certification

• Own specific mechanical projects and drive them from concept to implementation

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in marine, aerospace, robotics, or automotive systems (internships and co-op experience count)

• Proficiency with CAD tools and mechanical design software

• Familiarity with structural design, materials, and manufacturing methods

• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take on hands-on engineering work

• Interest in working in a fast-paced startup environment with cross-disciplinary exposure

Bonus Points:

• Experience with composites, marine alloys and/or corrosion resistant materials

• Background in robotics, autonomous systems, or marine engineering

• Exposure to field testing or hands-on prototyping in challenging environments

• Passion for building real hardware that works outside the lab