OpenAI
Technology
MechanicalEngineer,Sensing
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“Mechanical Engineer, Sensing at OpenAI. Skills: Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Sensor design. Design and iterate mechanical subsystems. Create and maintain CAD models”
Industry & Context.
Break down problems; Work through details; Analyze test results; Analyze field data; Identify issues; Drive iterative design improvements; Investigate failures; Implement corrective actions
In-person presence 4 days a week
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Mechanical system design fundamentals, Robotic sensing fundamentals, Tactile sensors experience, Force sensing experience, Position sensing experience
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years mechanical design, 5+ years robotics, 5+ years electromechanical systems, Experience with CAD tools, Familiarity with manufacturing processes, Familiarity with high volume GD&T, Familiarity with engineering drawings, Familiarity with tolerancing practices, Experience with prototyping, Experience with lab work, Experience with hardware bring-up, Experience with multidisciplinary projects, Experience with hardware software integration
What You'll Do.
Design and iterate mechanical subsystems
Create and maintain CAD models
Create and maintain CAD assemblies
Create and maintain CAD drawings
Support debugging mechanical issues
Assist developing test methods
Evaluate failure modes
Work with cross-functional teams
Integrate mechanical components
Support transition of designs
Incorporate DFM considerations
Incorporate DFA considerations
Collaborate with manufacturing partners
Collaborate with internal build teams
Support troubleshooting
Support process improvement
Drive iterative design improvements
Document test results
Support sustaining engineering
Implement corrective actions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional partners; Experienced engineers; Cross-functional teams; Multidisciplinary projects
Full Job Description
About the Team Our Robotics team is focused on unlocking general-purpose robotics and pushing towards AGI-level intelligence in dynamic, real-world settings. Working across the entire model stack, we integrate cutting-edge hardware and software to explore a broad range of robotic form factors. We strive to seamlessly blend high-level AI capabilities with the constraints of physical systems to improve peoples’ lives. About the Role We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and prototype novel tactile, proprioceptive and force sensor solutions. You will work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional partners to set functional requirements, develop and iterate on hardware to meet program expectations. This role is aimed at candidates with strong fundamentals in mechanical system design and robotic sensing including tactile sensors, force sensing and position sensing. You will contribute to real hardware programs moving from prototype through early production. You will lead both new sensor subsystem development and ongoing improvements to existing systems based on testing, field performance, and manufacturing feedback. This role is based in San Francisco, CA, and requires in-person presence 4 days a week. In this role, you will - Lead the design and iteration of mechanical subsystems, including tactile sensors, load cells, force torque sensors and joint encoders. - Create and maintain CAD models, assemblies, and drawings with appropriate tolerancing and documentation. - Build and test prototypes, supporting debugging of mechanical issues such as fit, alignment, friction, and wear. - Assist in developing test methods and executing validation to evaluate performance, durability, calibration and failure modes. - Work with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical components with sensors, actuators, and control systems. - Support transition of designs from prototype to manufacturable assemblies, incorporating DFM and DFA considerations. - Collaborate
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