Full-Time

Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager

Posted on 8/1/2024

Apptronik

Apptronik

51-200 employees

Develops human-centered robotic products and services

Robotics & Automation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Management
Required Skills
CAD
GD&T
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Bachelor or Science Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • At least 5+ years of experience in engineering management
  • At least 10+ years of experience in development of robotic systems or similar (automotive, aerospace, etc.)
  • Mastery of engineering fundamentals / first principles
  • High proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of kinematics, structural design, mechanisms, and electromechanical packaging
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent teamwork and collaboration
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to multi-task and manage conflicting deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment
  • Experience with Certification and deploying a product
  • Experience designing for multiple manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, 3D printing, Sheet Metal, Die Casting, Injection Molding, etc.
  • Experience with GD&T for machined components, tolerance stack up analysis, and DFM/A Analysis
  • Experience with conducting finite element analysis and reporting results
  • Experience with revision control systems and design revision processes
  • Experience with failure analysis/root cause analysis
  • A passion for building things
  • Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
  • Accountable for overall robot chassis design, technical data package, and verification testing
  • Oversee a team of Mechanical Design Engineers focused on humanoid development
  • Organize and document best practices and standard processes
  • Develop and implement new processes
  • Collaborate with Lead Engineers to staff engineering design efforts and balance workloads
  • Provide technical direction and mentoring to employees on the team
  • Assist in building a world-class robotic design team through coaching, hiring, and fostering a culture of Creativity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Curiosity
  • Work together with other teams (Actuation, Electrical, Systems, Software, etc.) to develop state-of-the-art robotic systems

Apptronik develops human-centered robotic products and services designed to integrate seamlessly into human environments. Their robots aim to enhance productivity, safety, and quality of life for users. The company has created advanced legged robots, such as the Valkyrie humanoid robot, and focuses on making robots lighter, safer, and more efficient through their mechatronic and control software. Apptronik serves a variety of clients, including hobbyists, researchers, and industries, by selling robotic products, components, and offering engineering services tailored to their needs. The company's goal is to create robots that can work alongside humans, making everyday tasks easier and safer, which distinguishes them from competitors who may not prioritize user-friendliness in their designs.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$14.4M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for collaborative robots in manufacturing and logistics sectors.
  • Growing interest in AI-powered robotics solutions boosts Apptronik's market potential.
  • Apptronik's Apollo robot is being trialed in automotive manufacturing and logistics.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established robotics companies like Boston Dynamics.
  • Potential over-reliance on partnerships with tech giants like Google.
  • Challenges in scaling production and deployment of humanoid robots in real-world environments.

What makes Apptronik unique

  • Apptronik focuses on human-centered robots that integrate seamlessly into human environments.
  • The company has developed Apollo, the world's most advanced humanoid robot.
  • Apptronik's partnership with Google DeepMind enhances its AI capabilities in robotics.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

INACTIVE