Title: Internship 2026 Hardware Engineer (Winter Term) Location: San Francisco, California, United States Department: Engineering Employment Type: Intern
Job Description: Join the team bringing advanced autonomy to the built worldAt Bedrock, we're moving AI out of the lab and into the real world. Our team includes veterans who helped launch Waymo, scaled Segment to a $3.2B acquisition, and grew Uber Freight to $5B in revenue. Today, we're deploying autonomous systems on heavy construction equipment across the country, improving safety on job sites and accelerating schedules on critical infrastructure projects.We're not here debating the future of AI. We're deploying it in the real world. In just two years, we've raised $350M and achieved the first fully autonomous excavator deployments in construction.This is where algorithms meet steel-toed boots. You'll work alongside construction veterans and world-class engineers to solve physical-world problems that simulations can't touch. If you're ready to do meaningful work on hard problems, we'd love to have you join us.About the Role & TeamBedrock is bringing autonomy to the construction industry! We're a group of veterans from the autonomous vehicle industry who are passionate about bringing the benefits of automation to areas in the construction industry currently underserved by the market. We're growing our sizable fleet of retrofitted autonomous construction machines and we're looking for a motivated hardware engineering intern to support system testing and integration. You will work alongside senior engineers who design these systems, and you will help deliver robust and capable autonomous HW systems to the field.What You'll DoSupport the design, characterization, integration, and validation of Bedrock autonomy hardware and related systems, under the guidance of senior engineers.Assist with component evaluations for our autonomous HW platformsWrite sensor data analysis and test automation scripts (Python and/or C++/C/Rust)Run tests, collect data, and document results clearly for the engineering teamWhat We're Looking ForRequiredCurrently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related fieldSolid foundational knowledge in HW engineering subjects such as mechanical, electrical, and embedded SWCoursework or project experience with some or all of the following: Embedded compute platforms, including single-board computers or edge compute modules Common autonomous sensing technologies such as lidar, camera, radar, GNSS, or IMUs Packaging and integration of HW systems, including basic mechanical or thermal considerations Basic signaling and communication protocols such as CAN, UART, SPI, or EthernetProficiency in one or more of Python, C/C++, or Rust, with the ability to write scripts for tests, data collection, or analysisStrong fundamentals in circuits, signals, and basic mechanical designComfortable working in a lab environment with tools such as a multimeter, oscilloscope, function generator, soldering iron, or hammer when necessary :)PreferredPrior co-op terms, personal projects, or club experience (e.g. UW Robotics, Formula Electric, WATonomous) in hardware or embedded systemsExpertise with camera, lidar, radar, IMU, or GNSSEmbedded compute platforms, in particular the Nvidia Jetson lineupCommunication protocols (CAN, UART, SPI, RS232/422/485, Ethernet, etc.)Curiosity about autonomy and prior work in this areaBasic PCB design or schematic capture tools (KiCad, Eagle, Altium, Cadence, etc.)Experience with version control (git) and collaborative engineering workflowsFamiliarity with construction, off-road, or heavy equipmentA portfolio of personal or academic hardware projects (robotics, embedded systems, etc.)Bedrock Robotics is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.Reasonable AccommodationsWe want our hiring process to be accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know so we can support you.
About Bedrock Robotics
Bedrock Robotics develops autonomous technology for the construction industry. The company modifies heavy machinery to perform tasks with increased safety and precision. It focuses on infrastructure projects like housing, data centers, and energy facilities. Founded in 2024, the business operates out of San Francisco with 160 employees.
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