Robotics Hardware Engineer - Prototyping & Validation Lead

Kindredventures; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Job summary

Dynamic Creatures in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Robotics Hardware Engineer to design subsystems, prototype components, and drive electrical/mechanical integration for character robots. In-person, full-time role requiring 3+ years in robotics and hands-on fabrication skills.

You will prototype rapidly, validate designs against real-world use, and iterate toward production-ready solutions, with emphasis on actuation, sensing, and structure. Benefits and visa constraints apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in robotics, consumer electronics, or related hardware.
• Strong mechanical or electrical fundamentals (or both).
• Hands-on prototyping experience (machining, 3D printing, soldering).
• BS/MS in ME, EE, Robotics, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design subsystems in CAD and take them through prototyping.
• Spec and integrate motors, sensors, and electronics.
• Run characterization and reliability tests.
• Document designs and contribute to BOM and manufacturing files.

Skills

Robotics hardware design

Prototyping experience

Mechanical fundamentals

Electrical fundamentals

Education

BS/MS in ME, EE, Robotics

Job description

Dynamic Creatures in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Robotics Hardware Engineer to design subsystems, prototype components, and drive electrical/mechanical integration for character robots. In-person, full-time role requiring 3+ years in robotics and hands-on fabrication skills.

You will prototype rapidly, validate designs against real-world use, and iterate toward production-ready solutions, with emphasis on actuation, sensing, and structure. Benefits and visa constraints apply.