Mechanical Engineer
Traysar · Austin
Traysar was founded in 2025 by second time tech founders, recipients of the Israel Defense Prize, and engineers from elite military units, the Boring Company and SpaceX. Backed by Lux Capital and the founders of Anduril, the leading autonomous defense company, Traysar is reclaiming Western Deterrence by developing and deploying technologies for the 5th domain of warfare: the underground.
Job Summary
Traysar is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team.
The machines you are responsible for designing and getting built will be used to destroy hundreds of miles of tunnels currently used for terrorist activities. The candidate will work alongside a product team of electrical and mechanical engineers and report to the team lead.
We are looking for an exceptional CAD engineer with outstanding SolidWorks (or NX) skills who is passionate about building real machines. The ideal candidate is early in their career, learns quickly, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to take ownership of complex mechanical systems from concept through testing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, build, and test every mechanical aspect of the machine, including structures, hydraulic systems, and chassis components.
Create high-quality 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings for production, assembly, and testing.
Own hardware through the product life cycle (design, analysis, build, and test) and interface with others to define design requirements and implement solutions. This includes soldiers in the field who will provide feedback to improve the machine.
Design and integrate subsystems for an autonomous mechanical machine operating in tunnels.
Research and select appropriate materials and manufacturing methods.
Create and maintain detailed tracking spreadsheets for system mass, cost, and build schedules for piece parts and assemblies.
Support qualification plans (e.g., acoustic, vibration, shock, static load, thermal testing) to verify structural and thermal safety margins and correlate results with analysis models.
Work closely with production, suppliers, and technicians to rapidly iterate designs and solve engineering problems.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.
Exceptional proficiency in SolidWorks or NX. This is a must-have.
Strong experience creating complex 3D CAD models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings.
Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals and manufacturing processes.
Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn in a fast-paced startup environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience designing heavy equipment, robotics, autonomous systems, or industrial machinery.
Experience with hydraulic systems and mechanical integration.
Demonstrated skills in FEA for structural analysis (ANSYS, FEMAP/Nastran, or similar).
Experience designing for machining, sheet metal, welding, and additive manufacturing.
Hands-on experience building, assembling, and testing mechanical systems.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
A portfolio of personal, academic, or professional engineering projects demonstrating exceptional CAD and mechanical design ability.
ITAR / EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires access to technical data, software, and/or hardware controlled under U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a "U.S. person" as defined in 22 C.F.R. § 120.62, which includes a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (Directorate of Defense Trade Controls) and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Learn more about the ITAR at https://www.pmddtc.state.gov.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Traysar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Traysar are based on merit, competence, qualifications, and business need, and are not influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law, regulation, executive order, or government contract), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Traysar is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact louise@traysar.com.