Who We Are:
At Formic, we’re on a mission to revolutionize American manufacturing and create more abundance in the world. We believe in continuing the American legacy of innovation by making automation accessible to all manufacturers and increasing their factory productivity by 10x.
Supporting us in our mission, with investments thus far totaling over $60 million, are backers including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, Mitsubishi HC Capital NA, and CEOs and founders of multiple Fortune 50 companies.
The Product Team at Formic is responsible for designing, developing, delivering, and supporting advanced and innovative automation products that address a wide range of needs for US manufacturing, production, and packing operations through our fully managed Robotics as a Service (RaaS) model. Our core focus areas revolve around Product Development & Engineering, Product Management, and Enablement of Formic’s technical and operational delivery teams and our customers.
As a Mechatronics Engineer on Formic’s Product Team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, testing, delivering, and productizing electromechanical systems and assemblies that constitute and enable Formic’s end of line packing automation portfolio of products.You will work in collaboration with Formic’s Product & Software teams, focusing on delivery of best-in-class automation systems.
You will be accountable for the successful delivery and execution of a range of initiatives spanning mechanical design, integration, testing, control, and optimization. This role spans six primary responsibility areas: 1) electromechanical automation system configuration, validation, and testing; 2) hands-on equipment support for Formic’s Product, Software, & technical operations teams; 3) support of engineering design efforts for our next generation systems; 4) development and maintenance of training and enablement material in support of Formic’s technical operations teams; 5) feedback collection and assessment from Formic’s technical operations teams; and 6) development and maintenance of training and enablement material in support of Formic’s technical operations teams.
This position is highly impactful in evolving and enhancing Formic’s automation products and ensuring that the technical & operational performance and the customer experience outcomes are superb and consistent with the Formic brand.
In this role you will:
What makes you a great fit:
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At Formic, we believe you perform your best when you're supported in caring for yourself and your loved ones. That's why we've thoughtfully designed a comprehensive benefits and perks package for our full-time, U.S.-based team members, including:
Equity in Formic: Own a meaningful stake in a fast-growing Series A startup, backed by leading global investors
Competitive Commission Structure: Commission plans shared upon onboarding, for commission-eligible roles
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: 99% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, with 75% coverage for dependents, provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield and Guardian
Additional Fully Covered Insurance Benefits: FSA & DCFSA, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability through Guardian, all 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Fully funded by Formic and provided via Guardian, offering support when you need it most
Paid Parental Leave: Generous parental leave to support our employees and their growing families
Company-sponsored 401(k): Invest in your future with our company-backed retirement savings plan
Home Office Stipend: A one-time allowance for fully remote employees to set up your ideal at-home or on the road work environment
Monthly Cell-Phone Reimbursement: Monthly stipend toward phone and internet expenses
Flexible Time-Off: Take the time you need, when you need it, supported by our flexible PTO policy
Paid Company Holidays: Celebrate important dates with paid time off
Formic’s compensation packages - including salaries and equity - are thoughtfully benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Equity represents a critical part of our mutual investment: when Formic succeeds, so do you.
Final compensation packages are carefully customized based on candidate preference for cash and equity balance, experience, geographic location, and market considerations. Our goal is to attract and reward top talent who will significantly impact our organization. We're open to meaningful discussions about compensation structure to secure exceptional team members.
What we look for:
We’re building a company from the ground up, so every single person we hire has a massive impact on our team, culture, and ability to accomplish our mission. While each individual brings their own unique skills and perspectives to Formic, we look for people who share our vision and act in alignment with our Operating Principles. If this sounds like you, Formic could be the place for you!
Formic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, family or parental status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. All employment decisions are based on a person’s merit, business needs, and role requirements. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to [email protected].
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