Robotics Mechanical Engineer: Dexterous Hands Specialist

Foundation Robotics Lab; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Robotics Lab, located in San Francisco, is seeking talented engineers and scientists to tackle complex challenges in robotics hardware, including mechanical design and prototyping of humanoid robotic hands. Candidates should have a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, a self-starter attitude, and experience with creating reliable products. Understanding manufacturing processes and hands-on prototyping is essential. Join us to impact labor-intensive industries while reducing human risks.

Qualifications

• Proven record of creating reliable products at industrial scale.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering with practical application.
• Experience with tendon-driven systems and/or space-constrained mechanisms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Tackle hard unsolved problems in robotics hardware.
• Design and develop mechanical architectures for humanoid robotic hands.
• Prototype, test, and iterate hand designs for durability and strength.
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and failure analysis.
• Select materials based on properties like strength and flexibility.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Hands-on experience in robotics or automotive

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Self-starter with accountability

Experience with complex assemblies

Familiarity with control systems

Hands-on prototyping experience

Job description

Foundation Robotics Lab, located in San Francisco, is seeking talented engineers and scientists to tackle complex challenges in robotics hardware, including mechanical design and prototyping of humanoid robotic hands. Candidates should have a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, a self-starter attitude, and experience with creating reliable products. Understanding manufacturing processes and hands-on prototyping is essential. Join us to impact labor-intensive industries while reducing human risks.