Staff Mechatronics Architect — Robotics Hardware Lead

Rhoda AI; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhoda AI in Mountain View is seeking a staff‑level hardware engineer to own the mechatronic architecture of the UMI device, from prototype to mass production. You will define gripper geometry, sensor placement, and structural interfaces, while guiding cross‑subsystem tradeoffs and supplier qualification.

You’ll drive reliability targets, DVT/PVT plans, and cross‑functional design reviews to ensure scalable, fail‑safe operations across global operator sites.

Qualifications

• Track record taking mechatronic products from prototype through mass production.
• Fluency across mechanism design, sensor integration, DFM, tolerance analysis.
• Hands-on DFM/DFA for molded, die-cast and machined parts; factory conversations owned.
• Experience integrating sensors (cameras, IMUs, encoders) into mechanical structures.
• Experience setting up DVT/PVT programs and design iterations under production constraints.
• Staff-level engineering judgment with fast iteration and decisive lock-down when needed.

Responsibilities

• Own the mechatronic architecture of the UMI device — mechanical structure, gripper kinematics, sensor integration.
• Drive full hardware lifecycle from concept to mass production; support transitions between stages.
• Define mechanical specifications: gripper geometry, wrist kinematics, weight, balance, stiffness.
• Oversee sensor integration at hardware level and ensure data pipeline accuracy via mounting.
• Lead DFM/DFA from prototypes through production parts; manage BOM and supplier qualification.
• Set reliability and durability targets for fleet deployment across global sites.
• Create and run DVT/PVT test plans: cycle, thermal, abuse, calibration stability.
• Collaborate with EE on PCB envelopes, connector placement, and cable routing.

Skills

Prototype to MP

Systems-level design

DFM/DFA

Sensor integration

Reliability engineering

Supplier management

Tolerance analysis

Tools

Solidworks

CATIA

Job description

Rhoda AI in Mountain View is seeking a staff‑level hardware engineer to own the mechatronic architecture of the UMI device, from prototype to mass production. You will define gripper geometry, sensor placement, and structural interfaces, while guiding cross‑subsystem tradeoffs and supplier qualification.

You’ll drive reliability targets, DVT/PVT plans, and cross‑functional design reviews to ensure scalable, fail‑safe operations across global operator sites.