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Staff Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer

Staff Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer

CompanyAtomic Machines
LocationBerkeley, CA, USA
Salary$170000 – $240000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 7–10 years of relevant industry experience, including the design of electromechanical axes (bearing selection, actuator specification, and encoder selection)
  • Expertise in mechanical design principles, engineering fundamentals, and significant experience with CAD tools for detailed drafting and modeling
  • Experience with precision engineering fundamentals
  • Self-guided learner with the ability to rapidly ascend learning curves with minimal direction
  • Receptive to feedback from multiple sources and able to quickly adjust approach based on input
  • Team-oriented mindset with a focus on collective success
  • Maker mentality – A strong hands-on background in fabrication, machining, and prototyping is highly valued
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex technical ideas and document designs effectively
  • Proactive and self-driven – A self-starter who takes initiative and follows through to completion
  • Minimum B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanisms, end effectors, robotic axes, and systems that fit into a modular, complex robotic manufacturing platform
  • Subject designs and prototypes to rigorous testing that verifies performance down to the sub-micron level at statistically significant levels
  • Work cross-functionally on complex sub-systems of our automated fabrication platform to develop control algorithms, machine vision approaches, and closed-loop inspection and metrology functionalities
  • Create CAD models of parts and assemblies, BOMs (bill of materials), detailed drawings, and technical design documentation
  • Work collaboratively using PDM and PLM systems, project management tools, and G-Suite tools
  • Get hands-on with your designs, driving your work to completion with fabrication and assembly efforts leveraging our in-house lab and machine shop

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with high vacuum systems, airlocks and load locks
  • Experience with laser and optical systems