Senior Mechanical Engineer- Actuators and Gearbox , Fauna

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our actuator team. You will play a pivotal role in designing, prototyping, testing, and scaling the actuator systems for our robotic systems. This role requires a strong background in motor and precision gearing design, including broader knowledge around motor electromagnetics, transmission types, sensing, structural components, and thermal management. You will help drive actuator development across the full engineering lifecycle while establishing scalable design, test, and integration practices for future robotic platforms.

Key job responsibilities Lead the selection, design, and integration of robotic actuators.

Create and optimize precision mechanical systems, including linkages, joints, and actuation systems

Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to integrate sensors, drive electronics, and control systems

Define actuator requirements around torque density, bandwidth, efficiency, thermal performance, back drivability, inertia, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.

Develop test infrastructure and expertise for measuring performance and reliability.

Work with suppliers and manufacturers worldwide to source components, manage production timelines, and maintain quality standards

Perform life-cycle testing, quality assurance, and failure analysis to validate designs and ensure product reliability

Oversee the transition of designs from prototype to mass production, including working directly with manufacturing partners globally

Maintain detailed design documentation, including CAD models, drawings, and test data

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