Coram Ai

Mechanical + Hardware Design Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States · On-site · FullTime

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EmployerCoram Ai
LocationSunnyvale, California, United States
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFullTime
Employer posted2 months ago

At Coram AI, we’re reimagining video security for the modern world. Our cloud-native platform uses computer vision and AI to help businesses stay safe, make smarter decisions, and move faster; from real-time alerts to seamless clip sharing and multi-site visibility.

You’ll be joining an ambitious, fast-moving team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and impact. Every person here has a voice, ships meaningful work, and helps shape how AI can make the world safer and more connected.

The role:
As a Design Engineer at Coram AI, you’ll own the mechanical and electromechanical design of our next-generation security and edge-AI systems. You’ll bridge industrial design, manufacturing, and field deployment: building products that integrate compute, power, and connectivity in rugged, real-world environments. You’ll take ideas from concept through production, shaping how our hardware scales globally.

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Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and validation of electromechanical assemblies balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost

Own the full product lifecycle from prototype through EVT/DVT/PVT, vendor handoff, and field deployment

Manage vendor and supplier relationships to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery

Be a proactive self-starter: take initiative, act with urgency, and bring a scrappy, hands-on approach to problem solving in fast-moving environments

Drive execution across multiple workstreams with urgency and accountability

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

2–5 years of experience in electromechanical or hardware product development

Strong CAD proficiency (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or equivalent)

Proven DFM/DFA experience and understanding of manufacturing techniques for sheet metal and injection molding

Working knowledge of thermal, vibration, and environmental design considerations

Resilient in challenging and fast-paced environments

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to influence at all levels

Ability to work in an onsite environment - we move quicker when we're in the same room

Nice-to-haves:

Chinese proficiency and experience leading vendor engagement or manufacturing with partners in Taiwan and China

Strong hands-on prototyping instincts with the ability to translate ideas into physical proofs of concept and iterate fast

Ability to take projects from half-baked idea to working hardware without waiting for direction

Curiosity and personal drive to learn new fabrication methods, materials, and processes to expand your range as an engineer

What we offer:

Competitive compensation package (base salary + variable compensation)

100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and base life insurance

Flexible paid time off and 10 paid holidays

401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options

Equity in a rapidly growing company

Referral bonuses

Daily team dinners and regular team off-sites to build connection and momentum

The latest Apple tech and unlimited tools so you can win

We're on a mission to transform a $50B+ legacy industry by bringing the power of cutting-edge multimodal LLMs and computer vision to real-world security and operations. From firearm detection to intelligent access control, our AI-native platform turns every camera and sensor into a smart system that enhances safety, efficiency, and awareness.

Founded by Ashesh Jain (ex-Lyft Level 5, PhD Cornell) and Peter Ondruska (ex-Lyft, PhD Oxford), Coram AI is backed by Ansa Capital, Battery Ventures, Mosaic, 8VC and Up Partners, have raised over $65M, and were named to the CB Insights AI 100 as one of the most promising AI companies in the world. If you're excited to work on mission-critical AI that makes an impact in the real world, we’d love to meet you.

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