Internship

Mechanical Design Engineer Internship/Co-op

Winter/Spring 2025

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Teleo

Teleo

1-10 employees

Retrofitting heavy equipment for remote control

Robotics & Automation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Compensation Overview

$28.85 - $34.62Hourly

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Palo Alto, CA.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
GD&T
Data Analysis
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar engineering degree with a specialization in mechanical component design including integration of robotics and computer hardware systems.
  • Preferably with 2 years of experience or more.
  • Proven experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Catia, Creo, Onshape, or similar).
  • Proven experience with vehicle component design including material selection, GD&T, prototyping, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with PLM and BOM management.
  • Experience with analysis, modeling, and simulation of mechanical systems including structural, vibration, and thermal.
  • Proven experience in system qualification (performing tests and data analytics): vibration, thermal, humidity, EMI/EMC, and ingress protection.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop hardware specification documentation, prototype, analyze and manufacture computer and vehicle hardware.
  • Integrate sensors and computer hardware systems into large mining and construction vehicles.
  • Test and deploy these systems to ensure reliability in the field.
  • Interface regularly with the software engineering and autonomy teams.

Teleo converts heavy equipment in the mining and construction sectors into remotely controlled robots by retrofitting existing machinery with advanced technology. This allows operators to control equipment from a safe location, improving crew safety and reducing exposure to hazardous environments. Unlike competitors that sell new machinery, Teleo focuses on upgrading current equipment, which helps clients save on costs. The goal is to enhance safety and efficiency in these industries through teleoperation.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$19.5M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-20%

2 year growth

-20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Teleo's recent customer launches and partnerships, including with Tomahawk Construction and RDO Equipment Co., indicate strong market adoption and growth potential.
  • The addition of experienced board members like Roger Fradin and Adam Grosser enhances Teleo's strategic direction and industry credibility.
  • Expanding dealer networks across the American Midwest, Australia, and Southeast Asia positions Teleo for significant international growth.

What critics are saying

  • The industrial automation market is highly competitive, and Teleo must continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Reliance on retrofitting existing equipment may limit scalability and market reach compared to companies offering new autonomous machinery.

What makes Teleo unique

  • Teleo's retrofit approach allows clients to upgrade existing machinery, avoiding the high costs of new equipment, unlike competitors who may require full replacements.
  • The focus on teleoperation and remote control significantly enhances safety and operational efficiency, setting Teleo apart in the industrial automation market.
  • Teleo's ability to control multiple machines from a single location offers a unique productivity advantage over traditional heavy equipment operations.

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