Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer
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LocationBoston Area
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience7+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size51–200 people
PostedMar 11, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live7h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Mar 11, 202555% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
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7+ years of experience designing and building robotic systems—preferably robotic hands
Deep expertise with CAD tools (Onshape, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Proven experience designing actuators using frameless motors
Strong background in designing custom gear trains
In-depth understanding of mechanical tolerances and precision assembly
Ability to run basic FEA simulations for strength and deformation analysis
Mastery of prototyping tools, fabrication techniques, and hands-on build experience
Skills
Onshape
SolidWorks
FEA
Eka Robotics
Eka Robotics is on a mission to build intelligence for the physical world - robots that are fast, general, and reliable. Our approach, grounded in physics, unlocks superhuman capabilities. We are defining the frontier of robotics research and deployment.
Our team consists of pioneers in robotics and machine learning. We are now hiring to scale our R&D effort. We are looking for hands-on individuals who are excited to help shape the future of robotics.
Responsibilities
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Lead the mechanical design of robotic hands and actuation modules
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Select key components including actuators, bearings, sensors, and structural materials
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Build physical prototypes using 3D printing, CNC machining, and other fabrication methods
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Define and execute testing plans to evaluate performance against requirements
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Iterate on designs based on test results and collaboration with cross-functional teams
Qualifications
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7+ years of experience designing and building robotic systems—preferably robotic hands
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Deep expertise with CAD tools (Onshape, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
•
Proven experience designing actuators using frameless motors
•
Strong background in designing custom gear trains
•
In-depth understanding of mechanical tolerances and precision assembly
•
Ability to run basic FEA simulations for strength and deformation analysis
•
Mastery of prototyping tools, fabrication techniques, and hands-on build experience