Mechatronics Engineer

1 month ago

san diego, United States Hillbot Full time

About the Team  

Hillbot is a pioneering start-up headquartered in San Diego, co-founded by leading scientists in artificial intelligence. We are dedicated to leading the way in robotics innovation by integrating the forefront of Generative AI and robotics to enhance capabilities across perception, generation, simulation, and robot manipulation. Our primary focus is on developing cutting-edge AI-powered perception and brain for robots, enabling robots to perform both industrial and domestic tasks efficiently.


Why Join Us

At Hillbot, you will be at the forefront of a technological revolution, where the fusion of Generative AI and robotics is redefining what’s possible. As part of our innovative team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of robotics, working on groundbreaking projects that enhance robot capabilities no one else has been able to achieve before. Your contributions will directly impact the development of AI-powered solutions that empower robots to perform complex industrial and domestic tasks with unprecedented efficiency. Join us in our mission to push the boundaries of robotics innovation, and be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Together, we will build the future of intelligent automation, transforming industries and improving lives globally.


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Mechatronics Engineer to join our cutting-edge robotics team at Hillbot AI. The role requires an individual with a strong mechanical and electrical engineering background, a passion for robotics, and a desire to contribute to developing mobile robots. The ideal candidate takes pride in their design and aesthetics, hands-on work, analytical ability, communication skills, and attention to details. A typical day of work includes working with multidisciplinary and cross-functional groups through the design cycles to refine and implement the product specification targets. This role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology and collaborate with top engineers in the robotic field.

Job Responsibilities

  • Mechanical:
  • Design, develop, and integrate the mechanical structure of mobile robots.
  • Design and manufacture custom fixtures as well as support fast prototyping for specific needs
  • Design joints and structures optimized for mass, stiffness, cost, and manufacturing
  • Apply analytical methods including calculations and simulations for the design and optimization of mechanical components
  • Collaborate with engineers to fabricate and assemble the robot's mechanical structure
  • Perform regular maintenance for the mechanical structure
  • Electrical:
  • Design, develop, and test the electrical structure of mobile robots.
  • Source electronic components based on application needs, integrating and testing components to ensure performance and reliability
  • Collaborate with engineers to prototype, assemble, and integrate the electrical components
  • Engage in real-world robot experiments, assembling, and troubleshooting electrical systems
  • Support engineers in lab activities including clear understanding of electrical equipment for safe troubleshooting, operation and maintenance

Required Qualifications

  • 2-5+ years of experience as Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineer with a focus in machine design, robotics, and product development
  • Excellent mechanical and electrical first principles skills, and experience with software. Demonstrated interdisciplinary skill is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Mechanical:

  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Pro/Engineer, Creo or similar.
  • Understanding of metal and polymer properties in mechanical design
  • Hands-on fabrication or machine-shop experience with tools such as 3-axis mill, lathe, CNC, drill press, metal bending, laser-cutting machines.
  • Experience using filament printers (e.g., BambuLab, Prusa) with different materials (e.g., PLA, ABS)
  • Experience using Resin printers (e.g., Prusa SL1S/CW1S).

Electrical:

  • Good understanding of analog and digital electronics principles.
  • Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, and other standard EE lab equipment
  • Strong soldering and PCB rework skills
  • Fabricate cable harnesses - familiar with various sleeving, wire, cable and connector types, crimp tools and techniques
  • Knowledge of sensor integration and power management.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of robotic sensing/actuation systems and sensor integration.
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
  • Knowledge of control systems, electronics with experience working with servo motors and sensors is a big plus.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and vendor management.
  • Knowledge of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN bus, Modbus and USB.


We Offer:

  • Visa and immigration support
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Employer 401k match
  • Opportunity to participate in breakthrough projects in embodied intelligence
  • Opportunities for growth and development in a leading startup
  • Delicious lunch and dinner provided (On-site San Diego)


If you are ready to take on challenging tasks and contribute to cutting-edge research, we encourage you to apply and join our innovative team at Hillbot.



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