Staff Mechanical Engineer — R&D

1 month ago
Full-time
Lead
IoT and Embedded Systems
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 full-cycle prototype development from concept sketch through physical build with a focus on speed and iteration.
  • Design and fabricate hardware in-house using machine shop equipment, 3D printers, and fabrication tools.
  • Plan and execute mechanical experiments by defining test objectives, instrumenting prototypes, and validating behavior.
  • Collaborate with controls, electrical, and systems engineers to integrate mechanical designs into system prototypes.
  • Conceive novel mechanism architectures, including new actuation, transmission, and structural approaches.
  • Mentor junior engineers through prototype cycles, design reviews, and hands-on fabrication.
  • Maintain clear design documentation that supports replication and cross-functional alignment.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience with a strong focus on R&D and prototype development.
  • Proven track record of taking novel mechanical concepts from sketch to functional hardware.
  • Deep proficiency in 3D CAD such as SolidWorks, Onshape, or equivalent.
  • Shop-floor capability with machining, 3D printing, sheet metal, and manual fabrication.
  • Experience with structural and dynamic analysis using FEA, hand calculations, or both.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and fast-changing requirements.
  • Strong mechanical intuition developed through years of building and iterating on physical systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Preferred: experience in advanced robotics, NASA/DARPA programs, or similar high-bar R&D environments.

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