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Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Eka Robotics · Boston Area · On-site

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About Eka Robotics

The Era of Superhuman Robotics. Backed by a16z.

About the role

Lead the mechanical design of robotic hands and actuation modules Select key components including actuators, bearings, sensors, and structural materials

What they're looking for

  • 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
More about this role

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.

Lead the mechanical design of robotic hands and actuation modules

Select key components including actuators, bearings, sensors, and structural materials

Build physical prototypes using 3D printing, CNC machining, and other fabrication methods

Define and execute testing plans to evaluate performance against requirements

Iterate on designs based on test results and collaboration with cross-functional teams

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...

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