Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Grounded is Hiring a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer! Location: Detroit, MI (On-Site) Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $110,000 – $160,000/year (based on experience) Benefits: Paid Time Off, Health Care, Equity About Grounded Grounded is an innovative Detroit-based startup founded by ex-SpaceX engineers, building smart, modular electric vehicle systems. Our mission is to enable people to live, work, and explore anywhere — sustainably integrated with nature. We’re a team of engineers, designers, and entrepreneurs who believe in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in e-mobility. If you want to be part of an agile, highly technical team shaping the future of electric vehicles, we want to hear from you. About the Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of designing, building, and testing hardware systems from the ground up. You’ll be a key contributor to developing Grounded’s next-generation vehicle platform, combining technical rigor with creativity to solve complex engineering challenges. What You’ll Do Design, analyze, build, and test mechanical, electrical, thermal, and plumbing systems for Grounded’s vehicle platform. Develop next-gen vehicle systems that push the limits of specialty vehicles. Create/manage complex CAD models and drawings in Siemens NX. Fabricate prototype and production parts using hands-on skills. Develop new manufacturing methods and source innovative materials. Write technical documentation and define requirements for diverse use cases. Lead design reviews and conduct data-driven trade studies. Mentor technicians and junior engineers in design/manufacturing best practices. Requirements Must-Have Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Master’s preferred) 7+ years of professional mechanical design experience Demonstrated hands-on skills in building/fabricating hardware (professionally or as a hobby) Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of Siemens NX experience Experience with composites, fiberglass, and/or welded structures Background in manufacturing environments Strong communication and collaboration skills Benefits Paid Time Off Health Care Equity Why Join Us? At Grounded, you’ll work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your designs go from concept to product in record time. This is your chance to help shape the culture, vision, and future of electric mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. 👉 Apply now to lead the charge in e-mobility with Grounded.