Mechanical Engineer - Actuation

JOB SUMMARY

We're looking for highly motivated and talented engineers with hands-on experience and a passion for robotics to join our team. Specifically, we seek a Mechanical Engineer with proven capabilities in electric actuation design – electric motors, drivetrains, electromechanical packaging, joint/mechanism design, and testing to support the development of our next-generation humanoid robotics system. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Contribute to detailed design and analysis of actuators (rotary and linear) 
• Collaborate with a small cross-disciplinary team of engineers 
• Participate in creative brainstorming for concept generation 
• Conduct engineering analysis to drive design decisions 
• Compare concepts via iterative design, prototype, assembly, and test 
• Perform analysis (FEA, etc.) to optimize and validate design 
• Create GD&T-informed drawings, a Bill of Material, and procurement documentation 
• Produce assembly instructions and finalize project documentation 
• Participate in pilot build of your designs 
• Perform DVP&R to ensure design meets requirements 
• Iterate on design to harden for scalability and DFMA 

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Mastery of engineering fundamentals / first principles 
• High proficiency in CAD (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar) 
• Demonstrated hands-on experience prototyping and testing mechanical components 
• Attention to detail 
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration 
• Organizational and time management skills 
• The ability to multi-task and manage conflicting deadlines 
• Strong written and verbal communication 
• Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment 
• Knowledge of kinematics, structures (statics), dynamics, joints/mechanisms, and electromechanical packaging optimization 

NICE-TO-HAVE

• Experience in designing with planetary gears 
• Hands-on experience in machining and 3D Printing 
• Experience in humanoid/legged robotics 
• Understanding of motor control systems and PCB layout principles 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field 
• 2+ years in development of actuation and/or robotic systems or similar 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer 
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to communicate