Senior Mechanical Engineer - Robotics Hardware
Core
Own the complete hardware lifecycle for Instacore, a five-camera and IMU wearable capture rig used to collect real-world data for training Physical AI models.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (robotics hardware)
Builds
Instacore wearable capture rig and future robotics hardware products
Domain
Robotics hardware / Physical AI data collection
Deliverable
production ML models (via hardware data collection)
Required skills
mechanical design, CAD, rapid prototyping, manufacturing processes, materials science, failure analysis, vendor management, logistics planning, DFM/DFA
Preferred skills
electromechanical design, wearable product design, Python/C++ scripting, test automation, embedded systems, version control systems
Technologies
3D printing, machining, CAD tools, Raspberry Pi, embedded systems, computer vision hardware
Responsibilities
Lead mechanical design from requirements to production; create CAD models and manufacturing documentation; prototype and validate designs; design durable mounts, enclosures, and protective systems; establish verification and quality-control procedures; investigate field failures and implement fixes; manage vendors and component sourcing; build repeatable processes for fleet scaling; mentor technicians and junior engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC