Staff Mechatronics Engineer (South Bay, CA)
Core
Architecting the mechatronic architecture for next-generation Special Purpose Machines (SPM) that manufacture custom-made dental prosthetics.
Role type
Staff Mechatronics Engineer (System Architecture)
Builds
Production-ready robotic hardware systems for additive and subtractive manufacturing of dental prosthetics.
Domain
Dental technology / Precision Robotics / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
System-level mechatronics architecture, electromechanical system design, robotic kinematics/dynamics, 3D CAD modeling, sensor integration, embedded systems, manufacturing design execution, FMEA, tolerance and error-budget analysis.
Preferred skills
Advanced motion control (waveform tuning, PLC programming), laser interferometry, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) integration, FEA/CFD for thermal/vibration analysis, custom actuator design, ISO 10218/13482 safety standards.
Technologies
3D CAD, Beckhoff/TwinCAT, ACS, Elmo, optical encoders, FEA/CFD tools.
Responsibilities
Define actuation, sensing, and motion-control approaches for SPM platforms; architect and integrate complex robotic hardware systems; lead rapid prototyping and structural/thermal analyses; set technical standards for hardware design and validation; act as primary interface between mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams; influence long-range goals of the Precision Robotics program.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with technical leadership and mentorship.