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202028 TWDC (Switzerland) GmbH

Postdoctoral Researcher or Associate Research Scientist – Robot Hardware(m/w/x)

Zürich
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Mechanical design for novel legged robots at a research lab developing expressive robotic characters. PhD in Robotics or Mechanical Engineering, plus 5+ years hardware design experience required. Full in-house robotic character development, from concept to prototype.

Requirements

  • PhD in Robotics or Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years hardware design and robotics experience
  • Expert-level CAD software skills
  • Understanding of GD&T, actuators, and mechanisms
  • Concept-to-prototype ability and workshop skills
  • Complex problem solving and critical evaluation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience designing and building legged platforms
  • Experience with elastomers and soft robotics
  • Practical EE skills for functional prototypes
  • Basic software or controls knowledge

Tasks

  • Lead mechanical design for novel legged robots
  • Perform actuator sizing and linkage design
  • Identify COTS components versus custom hardware
  • Integrate sensors and hardware into robot chassis
  • Create detailed design documentation and drawings
  • Build prototypes using in-house fabrication equipment
  • Coordinate with external vendors for advanced manufacturing
  • Construct robot stands and lab test fixtures
  • Run experiments to evaluate subsystems and robots
  • Investigate novel actuation and soft robotics technologies
  • Write patents and academic scientific publications
  • Collaborate with electrical and software engineering teams
  • Debug and repair robots during field operations
  • Support team research and experimental hardware needs

Education

  • Doctoral / PhD

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • CAD software
  • SolidWorks
  • GD&T
  • actuator sizing
  • soldering
  • wiring
  • cable management

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Reasonable accommodation for disabilities
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