Senior Plastics & Polymers Mechanical Engineer

Google Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

DeepMind in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plastics and Polymers, to develop durable surfaces for robotic payloads and end-effector modules. You will work closely with structural, electrical, and robotics engineers to create surfaces that endure rigorous loading and enable scalable manufacturing.

You will prototype concepts in the lab, validate designs with comprehensive testing, and collaborate with suppliers to source materials and processes that meet performance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Materials Engineering or equivalent.
• 4 years in plastics and polymer parts development.
• Experience with injection molding, overmolding, tooling, and resin selection.
• Experience with wear/fatigue testing of joints.
• Polymer fabrication techniques (3D printing, silicone casting) and test setups.

Responsibilities

• Develop surfaces for robotic payloads and end-effectors.
• Collaborate with structure, electrical, and robotics teams for scalable manufacturing.
• Create proof-of-concept prototypes and validate with tests.
• Work with suppliers on materials, tooling, and validation.

Skills

Plastics & polymers experience

Injection molding

Materials testing

3D printing & silicone casting

Education

Mechanical/Materials Engineering degree

Job description

DeepMind in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plastics and Polymers, to develop durable surfaces for robotic payloads and end-effector modules. You will work closely with structural, electrical, and robotics engineers to create surfaces that endure rigorous loading and enable scalable manufacturing.

You will prototype concepts in the lab, validate designs with comprehensive testing, and collaborate with suppliers to source materials and processes that meet performance and