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Staff/ Senior Mechanical EngineerFoundation Robotics Labs Inc. • San Francisco, CA, United States
Staff / Senior Mechanical Engineer

Staff / Senior Mechanical Engineer

Foundation Robotics Labs Inc. • San Francisco, CA, United States
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.

We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. Your previous experience in robotics isn't a prerequisite it's your talent and determination that truly count.

We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields. We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.

All positions are based in San Francisco.

Our Culture

We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with. Please read more about our culture here

Who should join :

  • You like working in person with a team in San Francisco.
  • You deeply believe that this is the most important mission for humanity and needs to happen yesterday.
  • You are highly technical regardless of the role you are in. We are building technology; you need to understand technology well.
  • You care about aesthetics and design inside out. If its not the best product ever, it bothers you, and you need to fix it.
  • You dont need someone to motivate you; you get things done.

Why We Are Hiring for This Role

  • Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure the robot can be built at scale.
  • Help design full-body mechanical of the humanoid, integrating all subsystems (actuators, electronics, sensors, compute, and thermal systems). Optimize for weight, strength, and manufacturability, ensuring performance without compromising durability.
  • Ensure structural integrity, thermal management, and vibration resistance, preventing mechanical failures in real-world use.
  • Work cross-functionally with the AI, electrical, and actuator teams to ensure smooth system integration and reliability.
  • Scale the robots design from prototype to production, solving engineering challenges at every step.
  • What Kind of Person We Are Looking For

  • Mastery of lightweight materials, thermal management, and manufacturability for scalable, cost-effective production.
  • Strong background in kinematics, structural mechanics, and system integration understanding how components interact in real-world conditions.
  • Deep expertise in full-body mechanical design for robotics, exoskeletons, aerospace, or high-performance mechanical systems.
  • Expert in precision mechanical design, DFM / DFA, tolerance analysis, and failure mode prevention for mass manufacturing.
  • Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and multibody dynamics simulation to optimize performance.
  • Comfortable working with large, multi-component assemblies, ensuring all subsystems (actuators, electronics, and power systems) work together flawlessly.
  • Ability to optimize strength-to-weight ratios, preventing stress fractures, excessive wear, or efficiency losses over time.
  • 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in robotics, aerospace, exoskeletons, or precision industrial systems.
  • Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. PhD is a plus.
  • We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.). Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.

    The annual compensation is expected to be between $80,000 - $1,000,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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