Mechanical Engineer (Senior)

What you’ll be doing

• Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies, robotic payloads, and actuators for our robots.
• Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
• Work closely with electronics engineers to integrate printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) into mechanical structures.
• Perform rigorous testing and evaluations to verify the reliability, durability, and safety of robotic hardware.
• Create detailed hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions, and testing protocols.
• Build, lead and mentor an exceptional team of hardware engineers.
• Provide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic decision-making.
• Create and maintain documentation, guidelines, and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing.
• Improve design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews.

What you must have

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Engineering, Robotics, Automotive or Aerospace.
• A minimum of five years of industry or research experience, with PhD experience applicable.
• Proficient in CAD software for mechanical design.
• Deep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, design for manufacturing, power transmission, mechanisms, and contemporary manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, contractors, and relationships with OEMs/ODMs.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components.

Get some bonus points

• PhD degree in Engineering, Robotics, Automotive, Aerospace or a similar discipline, or an equivalent amount of research experience.
• Familiarity with design for mass production.
• Experience in the robotic, automotive, aerospace, medical, and consumer electronics sector.
• Experience in managing a hardware team.
• Experience interfacing with control systems and integrating electronics.