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Mechanical Engineer

Generalist AI· Technical Staff
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Boston (Somerville)Full-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Hardware engineer focused on dexterous manipulation, developing grippers, sensors, and robotic systems for robust, precise manipulation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop wearable data collection devices capable of dexterous manipulation, from concept design through mass-production.
  • Design and manufacture robot hands that include custom structures, actuators, as well as integration of cameras, IMUs, encoders, and additional sensors.
  • Perform trade studies to evaluate various actuator, robot, and sensor implementations.
  • Lead engagements with external vendors to manufacture components, assemblies, or to multiply IC efforts.
  • Integrate COTS and custom robotic arms, robot stands, mobile bases, robotic hands, sensors, and end effectors.
  • Test designs for functionality, robustness, and compliance with key standards
  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team that includes ML, controls, perception, operations, mechanical, electrical and hardware engineers; as well as a business development team to define product requirements, timelines, and dynamically set priorities.

Qualifications

  • Strong experience in design of tightly integrated electro-mechanical systems
  • Fluency in CAD modeling (Solidworks), PDM, FEA, and physics-driven analysis
  • Leadership in driving a project from conceptual design through mass production
  • Injection molding, overmolding, machining, additive manufacturing, actuator assembly, and/or electronics manufacturing experience is beneficial.
  • 10+ years of education/experience in relevant mechanical / electro-mechanical design
  • Strong communication skills, and a commitment to building a respectful and collaborative environment

Skills

Required:Electro-mechanical design
Last updated Sep 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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