eka roboticsEast Boston, MA
Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer
eka roboticsEast Boston, MA
yesterday
All Other Industrial Machinery ManufacturingResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesEngineering Services
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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.
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:
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
Qualifications:
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
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Level
Lead
Location
East Boston, MA
Occupation
Mechanical Engineers
Industry
All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Posted
yesterday