- Robot type
- Construction
- Location
- AustinTexasUSA
- Job type
- Hardware
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
Full-time
Senior Mechatronics Engineer
Job description
The Senior Strategic R&D Mechatronics Engineer I is responsible for leading the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced mechatronic systems that support next-generation product innovation and strategic technology initiatives. This role combines mechanical, electrical, controls, and software engineering expertise to develop high-impact solutions from concept through commercialization.
The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative technical leader with strong systems-thinking capability, hands-on prototyping experience, and a passion for innovation in complex electromechanical systems
Job responsibilities
- Lead the research, architecture, design, and development of advanced mechatronic systems and subsystems.
- Drive strategic R&D initiatives aligned with long-term technology roadmaps and business objectives.
- Develop and integrate mechanical components, embedded systems, sensors, actuators, motion control systems, and automation technologies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, manufacturing, quality, and external partners to deliver innovative solutions.
- Conduct feasibility studies, proof-of-concept development, risk analysis, and system validation testing.
- Create system-level requirements, technical specifications, design documentation, and test protocols.
- Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization activities.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and methodologies to enhance product performance and competitive differentiation.
Job requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related engineering discipline preferred;
- 7+ years of experience in mechatronics, robotics, automation, or advanced electromechanical system development.
- Strong understanding of integrated mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Experience with CAD software, system modeling, simulation, and rapid prototyping tools.
- Proficiency in embedded systems, sensors, actuators, motor controls, and industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects from concept through validation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.