Who we are CloudKitchens helps restaurateurs around the world succeed in online food delivery - our goal is to make food more affordable, higher quality and convenient for everyone. We take underutilized properties and transform them into smart kitchens so they can better serve restaurateurs, customers and the neighborhoods they’re in. Every time we launch a new facility we create jobs in that neighborhood, and we’re proud to provide a wide range of cuisines and options for healthy food at an affordable price. We're changing the game for restaurateurs whether they’re entrepreneurs opening their first restaurant all the way through to your favorite global quick-service restaurant chains. What you’ll do We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, construction, and maintenance of our kitchen spaces. This role will focus on engineering building systems, construction documentation, and vendor coordination. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality and efficiency of our facilities. Key Responsibilities • Assist with engineering building systems, including MEP, structural, and civil components. • Create detailed construction documents, drawings, and specifications. • Perform system sizing calculations for various projects. • Support product and vendor selection, including requesting and reviewing vendor equipment submittals. • Collaborate on the Basis of Design development, working cross-functionally with all project disciplines. • Conduct site analysis to assess environmental factors and building constraints. • Review and comment on EOR (Engineer of Record) Construction Drawings. What we’re looking for • Professional Engineer preferred. (PE Licensed) • Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Structural). • 5-7 years of relevant work experience, with 3-5 years in a specialized domain. • Experience working with MEP in commercial construction. • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and construction documentation tools. • Ability to analyze and optimize building systems for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. • Experience with vendor coordination and construction administration. Why join us • Growing market: You’ll be focused on an $80 billion market that’s projected to reach at least $500 billion by 2030 in the US alone. • Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. • Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success. What else you need to know This role is based in our Los Angeles office location. We believe that people do their best work when they are together. As a company, we’re in the marketplace of ideas and innovation. When you’re constantly innovating, changing how an industry works, inventing new products and processes - and we are doing all these things - we believe we’re better as a team in-person. That’s why all of our teams (except for our field-based roles) are now working from one of our office locations 5 days a week. Looking forward to sharing more about a Career of Substance at CloudKitchens. Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? #LI-Onsite
See More Details >>Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose The purpose of this role is to design and develop manufacturing equipment utilized by the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™). This person owns the mechanical design and development of full systems and components for a laser powder bed fusion machine, ensuring they meet cost, reliability, performance, and schedule targets. They partner closely with software, process, optics, and controls teammates to develop a complex, industrialized production machine/system. The Role • Conceptual through detailed design of various subsystems for advanced manufacturing systems. • Associated structural, thermal and dynamic analysis / simulation. • Integration of various electrical, controls, optical and fluids components as required. • Collaborate with external design and manufacturing partners as required, ensuring high quality and schedule adherence to project milestones. • Hands on development, fabrication, assembly, integration and test of systems. • Troubleshooting of complex systems. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline • 5+ years detailed design of complex mechanical systems. • Extensive drafting and GD&T experience. • Experience with hands on assembly and testing. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with NX and Teamcenter. • Experience with capital equipment design and production. • Knowledgeable of laser powder-bed fusion or similar systems. • FEA, Thermal, or other analysis skills. Work Environment • Office • Laboratory • Industrial equipment • Metal powders Compensation At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E04 - E05 as evaluated through our interview process. • Engineer / E04: $106,000 - $145,750 • Senior / E05: $122,400 - $168,300 What We Offer: • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions. • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time. • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance. • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.
See More Details >>Scale-Up ~ Exceptional Product-Market Fit ~ Elite Team A hugely successful Los Angeles Scale-Up is on the hunt for a Lead Mechanical Engineer as a key and foundational hire as the team looks for grow significantly. With a product that is already proving incredibly profitable, they are expanding exponentially to deal with demand. You will take full ownership of their Mechanical team and projects, working on technology which is already making waves in an infamously competitive industry. Requirements: • 4+ years' experience in Mechanical Engineering • A background in mission/safety-critical industries such as MedTech, Robotics, Automotive, or Aerospace • A history of taking full ownership and responsibility of cutting-edge projects Nice to have: • Background in trajectory, motion profiles, etc. • Electro-Mechanical experience • Start-Up/Small team experience With a competitive salary, compelling equity options, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment, this opportunity simply doesn't exist elsewhere. Apply now with a resume, as interviews are being scheduled.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Los Angeles, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships generally last three to four years, demanding substantial training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 223,350 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in Los Angeles. The average wage for mechanical trade workers in Los Angeles is $1,357 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $110,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
