DoorDash · 8 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer - Labs
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $161K/yr
8+ years expDoorDash is an innovation hub focusing on automation and robotics solutions for last-mile logistics. The role involves leading the design, development, and validation of mechanical systems for unmanned platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of designs.
AppsDeliveryE-Commerce PlatformsFood DeliveryOnline Portals
Responsibilities
Lead the design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of mechanical systems, structures, and mechanisms
Own subsystems from concept through production, including CAD modeling, drawing generation, and documentation
Conduct and interpret Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to ensure mechanical robustness and performance
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including electrical, software, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of mechanical designs
Support assembly, integration, and validation of prototype and production systems
Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) in partnership with internal and external manufacturing teams
Take initiative in identifying technical risks, proposing solutions, and contributing to the product roadmap
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
8+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience, preferably in robotics, aerospace, automotive, or other high volume and safety critical environment
You build. You know your way around a shop and are very capable in it
Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, or equivalent) and drawing standards like GD&T
Deep understanding of materials, fasteners, tolerancing, and thermal/structural considerations
Proficiency with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, SolidWorks Simulation) and experience applying analysis to inform designs
Experience taking products from concept to production in fast-paced, high-ownership environments
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Must be comfortable regularly exercising discretion and independent judgment in performing job duties, including evaluating options, making informed decisions, and determining appropriate courses of action within the scope of assigned responsibilities
Preferred
You've shipped hardware at scale in a safety critical application
Thrive in high-integrity, fast-paced, high-stakes engineering environments
You are an engineer in your personal life and have the projects to prove it
Have worked with in house and contract manufacturing teams
Are obsessed with craftsmanship
Live and breathe extreme ownership
Benefits
401(k) plan with employer matching
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Wellness benefits
Commuter benefits match
Paid time off
Paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
11 paid holidays
Disability and basic life insurance
Family-forming assistance
Mental health program
Company
DoorDash
DoorDash is a food delivery platform that connects customers with local and national businesses. It is a sub-organization of DoorDash.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.22BKey Investors
Durable Capital PartnersT. Rowe PriceDarsana Capital Partners
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.75B
2020-12-09IPO
2020-06-11Series H· $400M
Leadership Team
Tony Xu
CEO and Co-founder
Stanley Tang
Co-Founder / Chief Product Officer
Recent News
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