Senior Mechanical Engineer (Actuation, Dexterity)

Join our team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in actuation and dexterity. You will lead the design and analysis of actuators, collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team, and participate in the development of our next-generation robotic hand hardware. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electric actuation design, proficiency in CAD, and a strong understanding of motor control systems.

• Lead the detailed design and analysis of actuators, including the selection and packaging of electric motors, bearings, and drivetrains.
• Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team of engineers to generate concepts, conduct engineering analysis, and iterate on designs.
• Guide junior engineers in improving their designs, and participate in the pilot build of your designs, performing root cause analysis to resolve issues.
• High proficiency in CAD (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
• Demonstrated hands-on experience prototyping and testing mechanical components
• Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Understanding of motor control systems and PCB layout principles
• Experience in designing with linear transmissions (ballscrews) and micro-actuation
• The ability to multi-task and manage conflicting deadlines
• Experience in robotic hand and gripper design
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Mastery of engineering fundamentals / first principles
• Knowledge of kinematics, structures (statics), dynamics, joints/mechanisms, and electromechanical packaging optimization
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 6+ years in development of actuation and/or robotic systems or similar
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Hearing and speech to communicate
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times