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Staff Mechanical Engineer - Legs Tech Lead

2 weeks, 4 days ago
United States
Full-time
Lead
Robotics Engineer
IoT and Embedded Systems
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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
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Description

  • Define the mechanical architecture for the hips, legs, knees, ankles, and feet, and lead trade studies across power density, range of motion, stability, and energy efficiency.
  • Architect locomotion systems that support stable walking, running, lifting, and recovery from disturbances while balancing performance, robustness, and safety.
  • Optimize mass placement and inertia to improve balance, agility, and whole-body coordination.
  • Design multi-DOF joints with high torque output, precision, backdrivability, and high cycle life.
  • Develop structures and mechanisms that absorb and dissipate impact energy during foot-ground contact and falls.
  • Lead the lower-body load-path and structural design to support robot mass and dynamic loads using advanced materials and topology optimization.
  • Develop feet and contact interfaces that provide traction, compliance, and adaptability across varied terrains.
  • Partner with controls and actuation teams to ensure mechanical designs support force control, impedance control, and dynamic motion planning.
  • Lead subsystem integration of actuators, sensors, and structural elements within tight mechanical envelopes, including cable and harness routing through high-flex joints.
  • Define and execute DVT plans, lead failure analysis, conduct design reviews, and mentor engineers across experience levels.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience in mechanical design of complex robotic systems, especially legged systems or high-load dynamic mechanisms.
  • Demonstrated experience designing multi-axis robotic legs, exoskeletons, or comparable high-DOF dynamic systems.
  • Deep understanding of kinematics, dynamics, and control considerations for legged locomotion.
  • Expertise in high-cycle fatigue, impact loading, and durability-oriented design.
  • Strong experience integrating actuators, sensors, and structures in compact, high-performance systems.
  • Expert-level proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and align cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.
  • BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
  • Experience with ingress protection, thermal performance, and real-world durability requirements is preferred.
  • Experience with design verification testing, fatigue testing, impact testing, and lifecycle validation is preferred.

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