Mechanical design: Design multi-degree-of-freedom electromechanical assemblies and test fixtures and environments; generate rough and detailed CAD, FEA analysis, and clear drawings with GD&T; and specify materials and fabrication processes.
Actuation, Sensing, and Power: Design and build drivetrains (e.g., motors, gearboxes, belts, bearings), select and integrate sensors (encoders, torque sensors, cameras, etc), and power and communication cabling.
Ownership: Follow what you build through its lifecycle, including fit/finish debugging, tolerance stack checks, failure analysis, continuous improvement, and engaging with end users.
Rapid Prototyping and Rapid Experimentation: Build and test ideas quickly using 3D printers, waterjet, CNCs, and rapid fabrication services. Design instrumented lab experiments and test rigs, log and analyze data, and feed results back into designs.
Develop the Team: Help develop our growing team through mentorship, leading by example, building consensus and culture, and contributing to work planning and milestone definitions. You’ll work with and through others.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Software, AI, Product, and Deployment teams to move from prototype to production.
Manage External Hardware Contracts: For projects that we can not staff internally, clearly scope and guide external resources collaboratively and communicatively.
Requirements
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
3+ years of industry experience
Experience with robotic manipulation and/or mobile robot applications.
Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks/Onshape) and drawing standards (GD&T, tolerances, fits).
Comfortable in the shop: basic machining, tapping, threading, and rapid fabrication tools.
Proficiency with mechatronics (actuators, sensors, wiring, cable routing) and practical DFM/DFS instincts.
Clear communication, meticulous documentation, and a bias for fast iteration.
A great collaborator who can take the lead on relationships with adjacent and external teams.