Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity)

Full Timesenior

Austin, TXPosted 15 days ago

Role Overview

Apptronik is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity). This is a full-time role in Austin. Part of Apptronik's Qa hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Qa roles is $120k-$140k (based on 26 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.

We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.

JOB SUMMARY

We're looking for highly motivated and talented engineers with hands-on experience and a passion for robotics to join our team. Specifically, we seek a Mechanical Engineer with proven capabilities in electric actuation design – electric motors, drivetrains, electromechanical packaging, joint/mechanism design, and testing to support the development of our next-generation robotic hand hardware.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead detailed design and analysis of actuators (rotary and linear)
Own selection and packaging of electric motors, bearings, rotary and linear drivetrains, and encoders
Guide junior engineers to improve their designs
Collaborate with a small cross-disciplinary team of engineers
Participate in creative brainstorming for concept generation
Conduct engineering analysis to drive design decisions
Compare concepts via iterative design, prototype, assembly, and test
Perform analysis (FEA, etc.) to optimize and validate design
Create GD&T-informed drawings, a Bill of Material, and procurement documentation
Produce assembly instructions and finalize project documentation
Participate in pilot build of your designs and perform root cause analysis to resolve issues
Perform DVP&R to ensure design meets requirements
Iterate on design to harden for scalability and DFMA

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Mastery of engineering fundamentals / first principles
High proficiency in CAD (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
Demonstrated hands-on experience prototyping and testing mechanical components.
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent teamwork and collaboration
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
The 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
Knowledge of kinematics, structures (statics), dynamics, joints/mechanisms, and electromechanical packaging optimization
Experience in designing with linear transmissions (ballscrews) and micro-actuation
Experience in robotic hand and gripper design
Understanding of motor control systems and PCB layout principles

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field
6+ years in development of actuation and/or robotic systems or similar

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
Hearing and speech to communicate

*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.

Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity) position at Apptronik?

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Where is the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity) position at Apptronik located?

This position is based in Austin. Apptronik has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity) at Apptronik earn?

Apptronik has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity) role at Apptronik posted?

This role was posted on June 25, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation (Dexterity) role at Apptronik require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Apptronik lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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