Mechanical Engineering Intern | Antropi Robotics

Location: On-site, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, India

Duration: January – June 2027

Paid Opportunity

About Antropi Robotics

Antropi Robotics is a Y Combinator-backed robotics startup (YC F26) building autonomous manufacturing systems for CNC factories. We combine industrial robotics, computer vision, CNC automation, and AI-powered factory software to make manufacturing more autonomous.

We are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Engineering Intern who enjoys turning ideas into working hardware. You will design robotic mechanisms and machine components, build prototypes, create manufacturing-ready designs, and test your work on real factory-floor systems.

What You'll Do

Mechanical Design: Design components, assemblies, fixtures, and mechanisms for robotic systems and CNC automation.
CAD & Engineering Drawings: Create detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Prototyping & Testing: Build, assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical systems on real hardware.
System Integration: Collaborate with electronics and software engineers to integrate complete robotic systems.
Design Optimization: Improve designs for manufacturability, reliability, structural integrity, and ease of assembly.
Factory-Floor Execution: Iterate on designs based on real-world testing, manufacturing constraints, and system performance.

What We're Looking For

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field, with expected graduation in 2027.
Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or Fusion 360.
Strong understanding of machine design, mechanisms, and engineering fundamentals.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D printing.
Ability to prototype, troubleshoot, and iterate quickly, moving from CAD models to functional hardware.
A practical, hands-on approach to solving engineering problems.

Preferred Experience

Hands-on Hardware: Experience building, assembling, or testing robots, mechanisms, machines, or electromechanical systems.
Student Engineering Teams: Experience working in Formula Student, BAJA SAE, robotics teams, rocketry teams, or other student engineering project teams.
Robotics & Industrial Systems: Experience designing robotic mechanisms, automation equipment, fixtures, or industrial machinery.
Manufacturing & DFM: Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, design for manufacturing (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA).
Engineering Analysis: Exposure to FEA or basic structural analysis tools.
Personal Projects: Experience building hardware prototypes, participating in maker projects, or working on hardware hackathons.

Why Join Antropi Robotics

Build Real Robots: Work on robotics and CNC automation systems deployed in active factory environments.
Own End-to-End Projects: Take designs from concept and CAD to fabrication, assembly, testing, and deployment.
Work Directly with Founders: Collaborate closely with the founding team and contribute to important engineering decisions.
Learn by Building: Work across mechanical, electronics, and software disciplines to solve real manufacturing challenges.
Make a Tangible Impact: See your designs move beyond simulations and prototypes into real-world industrial applications.
If you enjoy designing, building, and improving real hardware, we'd love to hear from you.