
R&D Mechanical Engineer at Augury (Haifa, Israel)
Augury· Haifa, Israel·
Job description
A leading Industrial AI company, Augury helps the world’s manufacturers leverage real-time production insights and data to drive new levels of efficiency. By combining predictive and prescriptive technology with operational data and customized AI agents, production teams can improve uptime, reduce costs, and maximize yield and capacity. Our mission is to transform how people and machines work together to push the boundaries of human productivity.
About The Position
As an R&D Mechanical Engineer at Augury, you will own the design of new parts and assemblies, design parts for machining and injection molding, perform analytical calculations and V&V tests.
You’ll work closely with mechanical, hardware, V&V, sustain, manufacturing, and external sub contractors, to deliver innovative, reliable, and scalable IoT devices.
A Day In Your Life
- Design mechanical parts and mechanisms, for highly challenging environments, from initial concepts, through all design phases, until transfer to production.
- Master 3D CAD models and drawings for mechanical components, assemblies, jigs, and fixtures (including release management and GD&T).
- Design for plastics: mostly parts for injection molding, compression and other classical manufacturing methods.
- Run prototype validation: mechanical inspection, stress testing, sealing, field testing and support high level system validation procedures.
- Cooperate with multidisciplinary teams (HW, V&V, FW, Algo), utilizing analytical thinking and strong theoretical background.
- Transfer parts for production, in collaboration with the engineering team, and following product lifecycle methodologies.
- Work with subcontractors and vendors in Israel and internationally.
You Will Bring
- BSc Mechanical Engineering.
- 3-5 years of experience as a Mechanical engineer in R&D, with hands-on experience.
- Experience in classic machine design: Parts, assemblies, and mechanisms.
- Proven knowledge in manufacturing methods: Machining, injection molding, coatings, materials (aluminium, stainless steel, polymers), and geometric tolerances.
- Familiarity with NPI processes, DFM, DFX, and transfer to production.
- High proficiency in 3D CAD (Onshape, SolidWorks).
- Ability to independently lead initiatives and navigate ambiguous environments with changing priorities.
- Analytical thinking skills and a data-driven, structured engineering approach.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in an industrial environment.
- Background in applied physics and LTI (Linear Time-Invariant) systems.
- Excellent communication skills and personal relationships
- experience with IoT systems and PCBA integrated products.
Perks
- Stock options
- Paid parental leave
- Flex PTO
Augury is a people-first organization. We believe in fostering an inclusive environment in which employees feel encouraged to share their unique perspectives, leverage their strengths, and act authentically. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and we welcome those from all backgrounds and varying experiences. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that diversity is more than just good intentions, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Augury is a proud equal opportunity employer, we strive to create a work environment in which everyone, all applicants, employees, customers, guests, and vendors feel safe and comfortable. We commit to maintain a workplace that is free of any type of harassment and does not tolerate anyone intimidating, humiliating, or hurting others. We prohibit willful discrimination based on age, gender, ethnicity, race, color, religion, political opinions, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, military or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Why work at Augury
- Hybrid & Remote-First Culture: Augury is a hybrid global company. Engineering roles in Haifa and Tel Aviv are hybrid, while many roles in the US and Europe are fully remote. The company provides a home-office stipend for remote employees builtin.com.
- Purpose-Driven Mission: Employees work on solving real problems for real people — helping transform manufacturing and reduce industrial waste and emissions. The company emphasizes "Do something you love. Do something that matters." augury.com.
- Strong Engineering Culture: 81 Product + Tech Employees (out of 203 total), with roles spanning AI/ML Applied Research, GenAI Engineering, ML Ops, Full Stack Development, and more. R&D is centered in Haifa and Tel Aviv.
- Growth & Learning: The company emphasizes continuous learning from colleagues and customers, developing skills, knowledge, and networks for career growth.
- People-First Values: The culture is described as "People First" — employees love what they do, care about each other, learn and create as a team, and enjoy spending time together augury.com.
- Global & Hybrid: A hybrid global company with offices in New York, Haifa, and Tel Aviv, plus remote roles across the US and Europe.