Robotics Hardware Engineer

CORTEX AI PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI robotics company in Singapore is seeking a Robotics Engineer to design and build robotic systems essential for AI research. The role demands expertise in mechanical design and hands-on skills in assembly and troubleshooting. Applicants should have a degree in Mechatronics or related fields along with strong CAD abilities. You will support collaborative projects at the forefront of robotics, implementing innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. Join us to impact the future of physical AI.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• Strong skills in 3D CAD design and mechanical drafting.
• Practical hands-on experience with building mechanical systems (assembly, fabrication, testing).
• Knowledge of motors, sensors, actuators, and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and hardware issues systematically.
• Comfortable working in workshop/lab environments.

Responsibilities

• Design robotic fixtures and mechanical systems using professional CAD tools.
• Build and assemble robotic structures including machining, fabrication, and wiring.
• Design and build setups for robot data collection and testing.
• Train robot operators on the designed setups.
• Create clear documentation and assembly guides.

Skills

3D CAD design

Mechanical system assembly

Troubleshooting hardware issues

Knowledge of electromechanical systems

Building mechanical systems

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechatronics

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Robotics

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

ROS/ROS2

Job description

Location: Singapore
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid-level (2–6 years preferred)

About the Role

We are looking for a hands‑on Robotics Engineer with a strong background in mechatronics, mechanical design, and hardware development to join our growing team. You will play a key role in designing, building, and validating robotic structures, rigs, and data‑collection setups used for advanced AI and robotics research.

This is a highly practical, engineering‑heavy role suited for someone who enjoys both designing in CAD and building/testing hardware in real life. You will work closely with robot operators, software engineers, and researchers to bring new robotic data‑collection workflows to life.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical & Mechatronics Design

• Design robotic fixtures, jigs, test rigs, and mechanical systems using professional CAD tools (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar).

• Develop electromechanical assemblies, linkages, enclosures, mounts, and robot‑compatible structures.

• Perform design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM), tolerance analysis, and material selection for prototypes and production.

Hardware Fabrication & Integration

• Build and assemble robotic structures: machining, fabrication, laser cutting, 3D printing, wiring, and basic electronics.

• Integrate motors, sensors, controllers, cameras, and other hardware into custom setups.

• Work with external vendors or workshops for fabrication, machining, or manufacturing requests.

Robot Data Collection Setup Development

• Design and build setups for robot data collection, teleoperation, and testing.

• Test, validate, and troubleshoot mechanical and electromechanical systems.

• Improve the reliability, safety, and usability of all setups.

Technical Training & Documentation

• Train robot operators on how to use the designed setups safely and effectively.

• Create clear documentation, assembly guides, wiring diagrams, and SOPs.

Software & Robotics (Bonus Skills)

• Experience with ROS/ROS2, Linux, Python, or C++ is a strong advantage.

• Ability to integrate hardware with basic control code or scripts.

• Understanding of robotic perception, control, or teleoperation is beneficial.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline.

• Strong skills in 3D CAD design and mechanical drafting.

• Practical hands‑on experience with building mechanical systems (assembly, fabrication, testing).

• Knowledge of motors, sensors, actuators, and electromechanical systems.

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and hardware issues systematically.

• Comfortable working in workshop/lab environments.

Preferred Experiences

• Experience with ROS/ROS2, Linux-based systems, or hardware‑control programming.

• Experience with manufacturing processes (3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding).

• Experience in robotics testing, teleoperation, or data collection workflows.

• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

Why Join Cortex

• Work directly on the frontier of physical AI — where human action and robotic intelligence converge.

• Your contribution will help train world and robotics foundation models used by leading labs and companies.

• Collaborate with a high‑energy and passionate engineers and roboticists.

• Hands‑on experience with state‑of‑the‑art teleoperation rigs, VR capture systems and multi‑sensor robots.

How to Apply

Send your CV and any robotics or VR project videos to [e-mail].