Intermediate Research & Development Engineer

T-Net British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics company in Vancouver is seeking an Intermediate Research & Development Engineer to advance humanoid robotics systems. You will lead electro-mechanical system development and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with robotic systems. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Market-leading compensation

Health coverage

Paid time off

Worksite flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in advanced electromechanical or robotic systems development.
• Extensive experience with hydraulic systems and components.
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-performance, cross-functional engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of advanced electro-mechanical systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to cross-functional development initiatives.
• Produce production-ready documentation such as CAD drawings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals

CAD and Simulation Tools

Prototyping Skills

Electromechanical Actuators

Agile Development Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

FEA Software

CFD Software

Jira

Job description

Overview

Intermediate Research & Development Engineer — Sanctuary AI

Company: Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corporation

Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent | Salary: CAD $130,000 - $160,000 | Language of Work: English

Role

As a Research and Development Engineer, you will play a leading role in advancing our next-generation humanoid robotics systems. You report to the Principal Research Scientist and are responsible for developing high-performance technologies that integrate mechanical, electrical, and fluidic systems under demanding physical constraints.

You contribute across the full R&D lifecycle, from early-stage design and simulation through prototyping, validation, and integration into complex robotic platforms. Your work enables lifelike motion through compact actuator systems and precision mechanisms, requiring deep technical fluency and systems-level thinking. You collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in AI, embedded systems, and controls to solve engineering challenges that have no off-the-shelf solutions. You also serve as a technical mentor within the team and help set standards for quality, documentation, and repeatability as we scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of advanced electro-mechanical systems with tightly integrated mechanical, electrical, and fluidic components
• Own complex system development from concept and simulation through validation and integration
• Provide technical leadership in designing actuation solutions under extreme packaging, thermal, and performance constraints
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to cross-functional development initiatives
• Apply simulation, modeling, and analytical tools to inform design and optimize system performance
• Produce production-ready documentation such as CAD drawings, test protocols, and assembly instructions

Your Experience

Qualifications:

• At minimum a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Engineering Physics, or a related technical field
• Proven experience in advanced electromechanical or robotic systems development
• Extensive experience with hydraulic systems and components
• Experience designing components or subsystems with weight, size, and thermal limitations
• Proven track record in taking R&D hardware from concept to functional prototype and system integration
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-performance, cross-functional engineering environments

Skills

• Deep understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g., FEA, CFD, dynamic modeling)
• Strong prototyping skills, including use of hand/power tools, machining, or 3D printing
• Experience with electromechanical actuators, sensors, and control integration
• Experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools like Jira
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to create robust solutions to complex problems
• Ability to develop original ways of working from existing knowledge
• Ownership of the quality and content of your work
• Analytical approach to data and decision-making
• Interest in others' experiences and ideas
• Passion for bringing human-like intelligence to machines

Working at Sanctuary AI

Sanctuary AI is an equal opportunity employer; employment with Sanctuary AI is governed by skills, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. In 2023, Sanctuary AI moved into a state-of-the-art office facility and has been recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Startup company.

Compensation and Benefits

Sanctuary offers a market-leading compensation package that includes competitive salaries, equity stakes, and a full suite of benefits for permanent employees, including health coverage, paid time off, cutting-edge facilities, and worksite flexibility by role. Our total compensation is designed to be fair and competitive.

About Sanctuary AI

Founded in 2018, Sanctuary builds humanoid robots and a novel control system for them that integrates symbolic logic and reasoning with data-driven robot foundation models. We collect vision, audio, touch, and proprioception data from the robot perspective while performing real-world tasks, and use that data to train multimodal robot foundation models. Our vertically integrated approach enables design, deployment, and refinement at scale, with the mission of creating world\'s first human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots.

Note

Recruiting and Employment Agency Notice: This posting is for internal Sanctuary AI recruitment. We are not seeking or soliciting new agency partnerships at this time.