Boston Dynamics · 3 months ago
Hardware Development Engineer, Tactile Sensing
Waltham Office (POST)
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expBoston Dynamics is a robotics company that develops advanced robotic systems. They are seeking a Hardware Development Engineer specializing in tactile sensing to design, develop, and validate integrated hardware systems for robotic platforms, focusing on improving the utility of mobile robots through innovative sensing solutions.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Work with multi-disciplinary teams to design, fabricate, evaluate and demonstrate new sensing solutions for reliable closed-loop, whole-body manipulation behaviors
Design, prototype, and validate robotic hardware components such as PCBs, sensor modules, harnessing, and enclosures
Evaluate and select materials and components suitable for robotic use cases involving motion, vibration, thermal loads, and environmental exposure
Conduct hands-on testing, failure analysis, and root cause investigations to improve reliability and performance of robotic systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in software, systems, manufacturing, and test engineering to define hardware interfaces and ensure successful integration
Support design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for test (DFT) initiatives for robotic subsystems
Maintain detailed technical documentation, including CAD models, test plans, schematics, and validation reports
Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and design standards for robotics hardware
Qualification
Required
MS or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field
BS in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of professional experience
Expertise in tactile/haptic/force sensorization technologies for grippers or other body parts
Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Altium) and simulation platforms (e.g., thermal, structural, or circuit simulation)
Strong understanding of robotic system architecture, including actuators, sensors, power systems, and communication protocols (e.g., CAN, SPI, I2C)
Experience with environmental testing, reliability testing, and debugging in motion-centric applications
Familiarity with electromechanical integration, cable management, and embedded control hardware
Strong communication and technical writing skills, with ability to document and explain complex designs
Understanding of robotics-related standards and safety regulations (e.g., ISO 10218, ANSI/RIA)
Combined ME/EE background is a strong plus
Hardware design and integration experience in robotics, automation or similar electromechanical domains, with demonstrated experience developing a product for commercial applications
Preferred
Certifications in robotics safety, reliability engineering, or IPC standards are a plus
Company
Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics is an engineering company that specializes in building dynamic robots and software for human simulation.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37MKey Investors
SoftBank
2020-12-09Acquired
2019-02-06Series Unknown· $37M
Leadership Team
Robert Playter
Chief Executive Officer
Marc Theermann
Chief Strategy Officer
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