Senior R&D Hardware Engineer

6 days ago


Austin, Texas, United States Apptronik Full time
Job Summary

Apptronik is seeking a highly skilled Senior R&D Hardware Engineer to lead the design of dexterous multi-finger robotic hands. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in miniature robotic system design, including experience with electromechanical integration. A comprehensive understanding of the interdependencies between hardware design and control systems is critical in this role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design of a dexterous multi-finger robotic hand through several quick, iterative development cycles
  • Participate in system level decisions around hand design architecture
  • Leverage analytical methodologies, including mathematical modeling and simulations, to design, develop, and optimize state-of-the-art dexterous hands
  • Lead concept generation, CAD design, analysis, documentation, and verification to assess technical and commercialization feasibility
  • Prototype and experiment with hand mechanical subsystems to assess concept feasibility
Requirements
  • Expert in using 3D CAD software to design parts with complex geometry
  • Experience designing and building prototype hardware
  • Experienced with simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB, etc.)
  • Experience with miniature actuators and drivetrains (linear and rotary)
  • Experience with fingertip sensing technologies
  • Experience with electromechanical integration, such as sensors, motors, motor drivers, wire harnesses, and communication buses
  • Experience designing complex, highly articulated robotic assemblies
  • Familiarity with state-of-the-art dexterous robotics manipulation
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar field
  • 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering solving complex electro-mechanical problems
  • 5+ years demonstrated success delivering complex electromechanical systems, including robots, industrial automation equipment, or similar systems that combine actuation systems, motion control, custom sensor integration, and electronics


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