Staff Actuator Design Engineer Job at ALSO (Palo Alto)

Staff Mechanical Product Design Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead new product d...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

160000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Eight Sleep

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of consumer product design experience with knowledge of injection molding, sheet metal forming, and sensor/electronics integration
Track records of shipping high-volume consumer products, including manufacturing support in Asia. Willingness and ability to travel to China as needed
Highly proficient with 3D modeling and simulation tools (e.g. Solidworks, NX, Creo)
Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes, design for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA), tolerance analysis, functional dimensioning and geometric tolerancing (GD&T)
Solid understanding of root cause analysis, DOEs, and other quality measuring techniques
BSME or equivalent. MS preferred

Job Responsibility

Architect and design complex electromechanical systems, including plastic, metal, and soft goods components integrated with novel sensors and actuators
Drive designs across the entire development lifecycle, including brainstorming, CAD, prototyping, testing, and ramp into production in Asia
Shape the direction of our products and features by collaborating with industrial design, marketing, and product teams as well as company leadership
Solve highly cross-functional problems by working with electrical, software, reliability, and manufacturing engineering teams
Perform analysis and testing to ensure designs meet product goals, including thermal, fluid, and structural analysis

What we offer

Lunch in the SF office 5 days a week
Full access to health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents
Supplemental life insurance
Flexible PTO
Commuter benefits to ease your daily commute
Paid parental leave
Offers Equity
Periodic equity refreshments based on performance
Every employee receives a Pod

Fulltime

Staff Automation Engineer

As a Staff Mechanical Automation Engineer, you will be part of our Automation Te...

Location

United States , Shakopee

Salary:

87000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

CommScope

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
8+ years of relevant engineering experience
Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software
Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis
Proven experience in custom automated equipment design
Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
Ability to work directly with automation equipment to ensure functionality
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration in a global organization
Ability to travel up to 15% to global production locations for project intake, development, and deployment

Job Responsibility

Conduct feasibility studies, cost analyses, and risk assessments for new automation projects
Design and propose innovative machine and tooling concepts to improve quality, reduce cycle time, and lower manufacturing costs
Generate and present creative ideas to the team, fostering a culture of innovation
Deliver new concepts through brainstorming, component research, iterative prototyping, and feasibility testing
Develop, build, and test semi-automated equipment for fiber optics manufacturing
Perform hands-on bench testing and iterative prototyping as a core part of development
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry standards to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with mechanical engineers to create and implement standardized work instructions for mechanical design processes
Engage directly with manufacturing sites to understand real-world constraints and identify opportunities for new design concepts
Lead the design and development of mechanical systems for automation equipment

What we offer

medical
dental
vision plans
life and accidental death insurance
401(k) plan
participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan
eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year
10 days paid vacation (prorated based on start date)
other leave options

Fulltime

Staff Mechanical Engineer

Location

United States , Pleasanton

Salary:

179300.00 - 242500.00 USD / Year

10x Genomics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS/MS/Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience within biotech, medical devices, robotics, or high-tech instrumentation
Deep theoretical fundamentals in kinematics/dynamics, thermals, materials selection (plastics, metals), fluidics, and stress analysis
High proficiency in 3D CAD design and surfacing (SolidWorks and EPDM/PDMWorks preferred)
Advanced expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and tolerance analysis
Proven experience managing complex electromechanical assemblies containing motors, actuators, pumps, valves, regulators, sensors, cameras, and temperature controllers
Thorough understanding of all phases of the product development lifecycle, including design control processes (specifications, design reviews, risk analysis), transfer to manufacturing, and field reliability tracking

Job Responsibility

Take on full leadership of critical projects and teams
Serve as a technical expert and thought leader within the mechanical engineering function
Guide the development of cutting-edge mechanical technologies for breakthrough spatial biology applications
Mentor and grow the engineering team
Drive process innovations that contribute directly to the company's product pipeline and long-term mission
Lead the architecture and design of large-scale mechanical systems and critical subsystems for complex biotech devices
Drive multi-disciplinary integration across mechanical, fluidic, electrical, optical, and software domains
Lead the development of novel mechanical approaches to solve complex problems in genomics
Explore and implement emerging technologies like robotics, advanced automation, or novel fabrication methods
Ensure all designs meet rigorous technical, performance, and regulatory standards

What we offer

equity grants
comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs
annual bonus program or sales incentive program
competitive and comprehensive health benefits package
competitive easy-to-use benefits that promote wellbeing
family friendly policies like parental leave and other benefits
generous time off

Fulltime

Staff Software Engineer

Our client is a pioneer in the additive manufacturing space and has developed a ...

Location

Spain , Barcelona

Salary:

Not provided

Babel Profiles

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Academic degree in Computer Engineering or a similar technical discipline
Minimum of five years of experience in industrial or robotics software development
Advanced skill in C++ for real time applications
Experience designing architectures for state machines and physical control logic
Knowledge of sensors and actuators is a plus
Proven success in delivering production grade software for complex machines
Ability to thrive in cross functional team environments
Professional fluency in written and spoken English
Experience implementing machine learning in industrial equipment

Job Responsibility

Direct the design and implementation of machine level control software
Define the software architecture and oversee the integration of hardware interfaces
Develop core control algorithms for motion and material sequencing
Take ownership of critical codebase components and guide technical strategy
Collaborate with embedded and mechatronics engineers for system integration
Lead validation activities and analyze data to improve process robustness
Manage software project planning and prioritize engineering tasks
Maintain high quality documentation for system behavior and interfaces

What we offer

Continues training possibilities
Private health insurance
Tax benefit for restaurants and public transportation
Team events & Competence Center events
Variable bonus payments
coffee, fruits and cookies

Fulltime

Staff Electrical Engineer - Actuators

Archer is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer- Actuators to lead the architectur...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

160000.00 - 217000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of relevant electrical system and circuit board design experience
Sound knowledge and hands-on experience in traditional and modern power electronic technologies including: Inverter technology for variable speed motor drive (MOSFET, rectifiers and gate driver PWM technologies)
Passive power devices, e.g. inductors, capacitors, resistors and transformers
Power electronics system architecture design and hardware integration
Motor drive and power converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) control technologies
Motor control and commutation methods for various types of three phase motors
Microcontrollers and processors
Sensor technology and implementation
Gate drive design for wide bandgap devices (SiC and GaN)

Job Responsibility

Design and develop fault tolerant and high power density actuator controller including motor drivers, sensors, power stages, and embedded control interfaces
Be responsible for all aspects of power electronics designs from components, circuits, modules and system integration
Passive component design and optimization in power electronics systems
EMC and Lightning design, analysis, and testing for low voltage and high voltage electronic systems
Lead new designs from conception into production while working with a multidisciplinary team
Start to finish ownership of hardware – from specification to design, prototype, reliability validation and manufacturing
Requirements capture, topology trade-study and performance modeling
Schematic, layout and PCB assembly design and review
Design and carry out prototype verification tests for proof of concept
Analyze test data and reports to verify functional and performance specifications

Fulltime

Staff Reliability Engineer

ALSO is looking for a Reliability Engineer to play a key role in developing and ...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

220000.00 - 255000.00 USD / Year

ALSO

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline or equivalent
Five or more years of industry experience in a reliability engineering role
Technical knowledge of one or more aspects related to PCBA reliability, energy storage systems, drive units, and chassis components
Working knowledge of a coding language, preferably Python
Working knowledge of statistical software for reliability, such as JMP or the ReliaSoft suite, or MATLAB
Working knowledge of failure analysis techniques such as SEM, CT, X-Ray, EDS, TDR
Experience with instrumentations for data collection and testing such as thermocouples, strain gauges, accelerometers
Experience with deploying reliability testing guidelines and inventing new ways of testing
Ability to use FEA software (Eg. Ansys Sherlock) for product life prediction in creation of reliability tests

Job Responsibility

Establish reliability targets and metrics for new product development that include actuators, batteries, drive units, PCBAs, chassis, and various low voltage electronic systems
Develop new reliability tests procedures and specifications such as highly accelerated life testing, environmental testing, and other reliability tests to demonstrate reliability
Apply various types of acceleration models for creation of reliability tests to accurately predict product lifetime under accelerated stress conditions
Prepare concise and detailed test plans and analyze test reports. Provide updates and progress on various testing campaigns
Guide the engineering teams on failure modes, typical countermeasures for reliability failures, and design guidelines. Provide risk analysis to guide design decisions
Monitor field performance and identify trends in failure
Leading and facilitating FMEAs with cross-functional teams and developing design verification plans from these activities

What we offer

Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny
Flexible time off
401(k) match

Fulltime

Senior Staff Electrical Engineer - Atlas Actuation

As a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer on the Atlas Actuation Technology team you...

Location

United States , Waltham

Salary:

134000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Boston Dynamics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years of experience in a design, systems or sustaining engineering role
Extensive experience with Root Cause Analysis and general problem solving methodologies
Extensive experience collaborating across disciplines and troubleshooting issues that span mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
Extensive experience launching and improving products, ideally utilizing ECO control to do so
Exceptional organization and written/verbal communication skills
A proven track record of autonomously managing large, complex projects, for which prioritization and delegation decisions were left to you
A deep passion for mentoring and fostering a culture of excellence and best practices
Experience working in a collaborative setting, particularly in dynamic and agile environments
Comfort with project management and agile task management systems
Proficiency in schematic capture and layout in an ECAD tool like Altium

Job Responsibility

Analyze board failures and perform root cause analysis on circuits ranging from high-power motor drives to high-speed communications
Collaborate with production and test teams to drive design improvements that increase yield and decrease process friction
Review and analyze data from robot logs, Jira issues, and automated tests to drive improvements into current and next-generation designs
Propose and execute design changes/ECOs by revising schematics and layouts of boards using HDI, controlled impedance, flex, and heavy copper technology
Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers to optimize robustness and reliability of a highly integrated and complex electromechanical assembly
Be a primary contributor to the actuation product and technology roadmap, championing what improvements should be made when and what technologies need investigation to provide value on future products

What we offer

medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure

Fulltime

Senior Staff Electrical Engineer - Atlas Actuation

As a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer on the Atlas Actuation Technology team you...

Location

United States , Waltham

Salary:

134000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Boston Dynamics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years of experience in a design, systems or sustaining engineering role
Extensive experience with Root Cause Analysis and general problem solving methodologies
Extensive experience collaborating across disciplines and troubleshooting issues that span mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
Extensive experience launching and improving products, ideally utilizing ECO control to do so
Exceptional organization and written/verbal communication skills
A proven track record of autonomously managing large, complex projects, for which prioritization and delegation decisions were left to you
A deep passion for mentoring and fostering a culture of excellence and best practices
Experience working in a collaborative setting, particularly in dynamic and agile environments
Comfort with project management and agile task management systems
Proficiency in schematic capture and layout in an ECAD tool like Altium

Job Responsibility

Analyze board failures and perform root cause analysis on circuits ranging from high-power motor drives to high-speed communications
Collaborate with production and test teams to drive design improvements that increase yield and decrease process friction
Review and analyze data from robot logs, Jira issues, and automated tests to drive improvements into current and next-generation designs
Propose and execute design changes/ECOs by revising schematics and layouts of boards using HDI, controlled impedance, flex, and heavy copper technology
Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers to optimize robustness and reliability of a highly integrated and complex electromechanical assembly
Be a primary contributor to the actuation product and technology roadmap, championing what improvements should be made when and what technologies need investigation to provide value on future products

What we offer

medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure

Fulltime

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