Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity)

1 month ago
Full-time
Senior
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Apptronik

Apptronik

Apptronik develops versatile humanoid robots to tackle tasks humans prefer not to do, aiming to reshape existence and enhance universal quality of life.

Aerospace & Defense
51-250
Founded 2015
$23M raised

Description

  • Lead detailed design and analysis of rotary and linear actuators.
  • Own the selection and packaging of electric motors, bearings, drivetrains, and encoders.
  • Collaborate with a small cross-disciplinary engineering team on concept development and execution.
  • Guide junior engineers to improve their designs.
  • Conduct engineering analysis to inform design decisions.
  • Develop and compare concepts through iterative design, prototyping, assembly, and testing.
  • Perform FEA and other analyses to optimize and validate designs.
  • Create GD&T-informed drawings, bills of materials, and procurement documentation.
  • Produce assembly instructions and finalize project documentation.
  • Participate in pilot builds, perform root cause analysis, and iterate designs for scalability and DFMA.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in actuation and/or robotic systems development, or similar.
  • High proficiency in CAD such as NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar.
  • Hands-on experience prototyping and testing mechanical components.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and first principles.
  • Knowledge of kinematics, statics, dynamics, joints/mechanisms, and electromechanical packaging optimization.
  • Experience designing linear transmissions such as ballscrews and micro-actuation.
  • Experience with robotic hand and gripper design.
  • Understanding of motor control systems and PCB layout principles.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic startup environment with strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Benefits

  • Direct hire position.
  • Equal employment opportunity and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
  • Opportunity to work on advanced humanoid robotics and AI-powered systems.
  • Chance to contribute to commercialization and mass production of a flagship robot platform.

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