Feeny
Eka

Senior/Staff/Principal Mechanical Engineer at Eka (Boston, MA)

Eka· Boston, MA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Eka Robotics Eka Robotics is on a mission to build intelligence for the physical world - robots that are fast, general, and reliable. Our approach, grounded in physics, unlocks superhuman capabilities. We are defining the frontier of robotics research and deployment.

Our team consists of pioneers in robotics and machine learning. We are now hiring to scale our R&D effort. We are looking for hands-on individuals who are excited to help shape the future of robotics.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the mechanical design of robotic hands and actuation modules
  • Select key components including actuators, bearings, sensors, and structural materials
  • Build physical prototypes using 3D printing, CNC machining, and other fabrication methods
  • Define and execute testing plans to evaluate performance against requirements
  • Iterate on designs based on test results and collaboration with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience designing and building robotic systems—preferably robotic hands
  • Deep expertise with CAD tools (Onshape, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
  • Proven experience designing actuators using frameless motors
  • Strong background in designing custom gear trains
  • In-depth understanding of mechanical tolerances and precision assembly
  • Ability to run basic FEA simulations for strength and deformation analysis
  • Mastery of prototyping tools, fabrication techniques, and hands-on build experience

Why work at Eka

  • Cutting-Edge Mission: Work on the frontier of embodied AI and robotics, tackling the fundamental challenge of building machines that can interact with the physical world.
  • World-Class Team: Join a team of experts from top-tier institutions (MIT, Berkeley, DeepMind, Boston Dynamics) and work alongside leaders in the field.
  • High Impact, Early Stage: As one of the first ~20 employees, you will have an outsized impact on the company's technology, culture, and direction.
  • In-Office Culture: All roles are based in Boston, MA, and are in-office, fostering close collaboration on complex hardware and software problems.
  • Diverse, High-Caliber Roles: Openings span from ML/RL engineering and simulation to mechanical design, embedded systems, and business operations, offering a wide range of challenging work.

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