Boston Dynamics is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our Spot robot team. In this role, you will be a key technical resource for new product initiatives, designing ruggedized hardware required for the world’s most demanding environments. You’ll love working on a fun, collaborative, and talented team to support one of the world’s coolest robots. Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe-inspiring viral videos on YouTube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. Now we are quickly becoming a recognized leader in automation solutions for industrial applications and warehouse logistics. How you will make an impact: Own robot subsystems through architecture, development, and volume manufacturing Collaborate on a cross functional team to develop complex robotic sub-systems, including electrical engineering, operations, manufacturing, compliance, and test teams Develop proof of concept designs, transition them to prototype designs and then to production designs Design and release parts, assemblies and drawings using CATIA. Develop production and support documentation including bills of material (BOMs), assembly drawings, and maintenance instructions. Plan and and/or perform verification and validation activities on prototype and production systems. Participate in DFM / DFA, and cost-reduction activities Conduct failure analysis of robots and subsystems. Troubleshoot issues, root cause failure analysis, design and implement corrective and preventative solutions Author technical documentation such as specifications, test plans, and reports Write Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) Participate in design reviews and drive technical excellence Perform system design analyses, FEA, tolerance stack ups, etc Required Skills: BSME and minimum 5 years of relevant experience including MSME/PhD degrees with professional engineering experience. Proficient CATIA user or equivalent (NX, Solidworks, etc.), including finite element analysis, 2D drawings, simulation, etc. Familiarity with PLM systems, (Arena preferred), and ECO process Experience taking mechanical components from initial concept through mass production across high-volume fabrication methods (e.g., injection molding, die casting, stamping). A working knowledge of ASME drafting standards including GD&T, (Y14.5-2018) Able to manage more than one project concurrently while still meeting deadlines. High level of technical writing proficiency (specs, test plans, reports, white papers, etc.) Bonus Skills: Experience engineering motion control systems with actuators, sensors, bearings, and gearing. Experience designing environmental protection strategies, including IP6x sealing architectures (gaskets, O-rings, overmolding), corrosion-resistant coatings/platings, and mechanical resilience against severe thermal shock. Thermal analysis, CFD A working knowledge of DFM/A, Six Sigma, and statistical tolerance analysis We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position. The base pay range for this position is between $120,000 to $145,000 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and an annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment. We are growing rapidly, building a commercial company that delivers cutting edge technology and solutions to our customers from industrial applications to logistics and warehouse solutions.

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