Robotics Hardware Engineer — Dexterous Grippers & Sensors

Generalist AI, Inc.

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Generalist in Boston is hiring a hardware engineer to advance dexterous manipulation and wearable data collection devices from concept design through mass production. You will design robot hands with integrated sensors, actuation, cameras and IMUs, and lead trade studies on actuator and sensor implementations.

You will collaborate with ML, controls, operations, mechanical, electrical, and business teams to align product requirements and timelines.

Qualifications

10+ years of education/experience in relevant mechanical / electro-mechanical design.
Experience leading projects from concept through mass production.
Strong collaboration across ML, controls, and hardware teams.

Responsibilities

Develop wearable data collection devices from concept design through mass production.
Design and manufacture robot hands that include custom structures, actuators, as well as integration of cameras, IMUs, encoders, and additional sensors.
Perform trade studies to evaluate various actuator, robot, and sensor implementations.
Lead engagements with external vendors to manufacture components, assemblies, or to multiply IC efforts.
Integrate COTS and custom robotic arms, robot stands, mobile bases, robotic hands, sensors, and end effectors.
Test designs for functionality, robustness, and compliance with key standards
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team that includes ML, controls, perception, operations, mechanical, electrical and hardware engineers; as well as a business development team to define product requirements, timelines, and dynamically set priorities.