Mechanical Engineer, 1X

• The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with strong mechanical design skills who thrives in a fast-paced product development environment
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience with a track record of bringing hardware into high-volume production
• Experience in automotive, consumer electronics, or other complex hardware systems
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (e.g., NX, CATIA, Solidworks; OnShape preferred) and familiarity with mechanical analysis tools such as ANSYS
• Strong first-principles engineering fundamentals, including broad knowledge of materials, DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing methods including injection molding, casting, machining, stamping and 3D printing
• Hands-on prototyping/testing experience and familiarity with thermal design and vibration control
• Able to work full-time on-site in Palo Alto, CA

Desirable

• We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and scale the head sub-system for our humanoid robot, NEO
• This role involves developing and integrating the structural, mechanical, and electromechanical components that enable the robot’s expressive, perceptive, and functional capabilities
• You will be responsible for hands-on design, prototyping, and system integration while working closely with electrical, software, manufacturing and industrial design teams
• You will own mechanical components and assemblies throughout their lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping to validation and mass production
• Your work will directly influence the reliability, safety, aesthetics, and scalability of humanoid robots deployed worldwide
• Own the mechanical design and integration of components within the robot’s head assembly, including PCBAs, cameras, microphones, sensors, antennas, wire harnesses and computing modules
• Own the mechanical product lifecycle from concept through validation and production ramp-up
• Analyze and optimize materials, tolerance stack-ups, mass distribution, thermal performance, stiffness, and durability to meet performance, safety, and aesthetic requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems into the full robot architecture
• Create and maintain design documentation including 3D CAD models, detailed GD&T drawings, specifications and assembly instructions
• Support production, mechanical testing, reliability validation, and failure analysis for continuous improvement
• Iterate on design concepts and build rapid prototypes in partnership with the in-house prototyping lab
• Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to apply DFM/DFA principles for scalable, cost-effective designs
• Collaborate with industrial designers to harmonize head functionality with exterior appearance and aesthetics