Mechanical Engineer - Hands (Compliant Elements)
Core
Design and validate advanced robotic hand components and interfaces, focusing on softgoods, elastomers, and complex plastics for autonomous humanoid robots.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Softgoods & Elastomers)
Builds
Robotic hands and grippers for home and commercial markets
Domain
Robotics / Humanoid Automation / Soft Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
3D CAD design (complex geometry/surface modeling), injection molding design (overmolding/tooling), elastomer material selection, FEA for non-linear materials, statistical analysis (DOE/Cpk), NPI management, failure analysis, electromechanical integration
Preferred skills
CATIA V6, waterproofing/IP-rating design, controls integration
Technologies
3D CAD, FEA, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Design mechanical parts and assemblies for flexible substrates and skin/grip interfaces; Generate 2D drawings with GD&T; Perform tolerance stack-ups and review quality reports; Prototype and test components for tactile performance and durability; Lead testing and validation at component and system levels; Collaborate on electromechanical designs and environmental sealing; Partner with supply chain to drive designs through NPI to high-volume production; Own Failure Analysis and Corrective Actions for manufacturing issues; Inspect first articles and support build readiness
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC