Senior Mechatronics Engineer

Join Dandy, a leading company in the field of precision robotics and prosthetics manufacturing. As a Senior Mechatronics Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing the mechatronic architecture of our next-generation Special Purpose Machines (SPM). You will bridge the gap between high-level robotic theory and physical execution, integrating actuators, sensors, and motion control into a cohesive, high-performance architecture. This is a hybrid role based in either the South Bay Area, CA or Boston, MA area.

• Architect and integrate complex robotic hardware systems, ensuring they meet the micron-level reliability required for manufacturing custom-made prosthetics.
• Lead the rapid prototyping of components and conduct rigorous structural/thermal analyses. Validate designs through intensive performance testing and failure-mode analysis (FMEA).
• Act as the primary technical interface between mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration and optimization of system dynamics.
• Experience: 6+ years of machine-building experience, specifically in hardware, mechatronics, or robotics engineering with a focus on system-level architecture for production systems
• Technical Mastery: * Expert-level proficiency with Solidworks or similar platforms and a deep understanding of varied fabrication and manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience with sensor integration, embedded systems, and industrial design execution
• Willingness to travel to suppliers, manufacturing, and testing facilities as required throughout product development (~20% travel)
• Profound knowledge of robotic kinematics/dynamics, motor controllers, and simulation tools
• Ability to self-direct, self-managing issues to closure involving all necessary teams, and adapt quickly to program changes
• Education: B.S./M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering
• Founding Mindset: Proven ability to work as an individual contributor in an early-stage environment while possessing the leadership skills to scale a team
• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and manage multiple projects in a high-velocity high growth environment
• Robotic Safety: Knowledge of ISO 10218 or ISO 13482 standards for robotic system safety and collaborative operation
• Experience with the design or qualification of custom brushless motors, linear actuators, or robotic end-effectors
• Advanced capability in FEA/CFD for thermal and vibration analysis of high-speed robotic linkages and spindles
• Expertise in integrating Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and 3D vision systems into robotic workflows for real-time quality feedback
• Advanced Motion Control: Knowledge of waveform tuning, custom PLC programming (Beckhoff/TwinCAT), or experience with high-performance motion controllers (ACS, Elmo, Others)
• Experience with laser interferometry, high-resolution optical encoders, and sub-micron calibration techniques for milling and printing paths
• ​​Experience working as a System or Mechanical Engineer for an Automation System Integrator or OEM, with a track record of delivering turnkey automated solutions