Research Engineer, Robotics

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Summary:
At Meta, we're building the future of human connection and the technology that enables it. This means continuously inventing and developing technologies for the next generation of experiences. To continue our efforts in the path to AGI, and as we move closer to a future with intelligent robots and advanced AI models, we're hiring talent across a broad range of disciplines from robotics hardware to system software, machine perception, and artificial intelligence. These crucial projects and initiatives taken on by this team have never been done before, so you have a rare opportunity to help us create new ways people connect around the world. The Meta Robotics Studio is seeking a Research Engineer. This role is pivotal in tackling novel mechanical/electrical design problems including designing and developing complex robotics that balance ergonomics, performance, reliability, and usability while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. This role will be part of a cross-collaborative team responsible for initial concept development, analytical modeling, prototype design, construction, and testing; and it may involve research into Electro-mechanics, Sensor and Communication, and/or Planning and Control.
Required Skills:
Research Engineer, Robotics Responsibilities:
Design and Development: mechanical and electrical system design and analysis problems for robotics structure, mechanisms, power transmissions, electric components, and systems integration while balancing ergonomics, performance, reliability
Supporting parts manufacture: Working with internal/external partners to support part fabrication and complex custom sub assembly
Assembly of robot: Hands on work in the lab constructing sub-assemblies to full system level robot prototypes
Failure analysis: Build subsystem test fixtures, design tests, create test plans, perform tests, measure and analyze data, and refine design assumptions
Collaboration: Work closely with a cross-functional team of engineers to deliver technical solutions
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in Mechanical/Electrical Design Engineering and with experience in Machine Design or Electrical component development
Experience designing electromechanical assemblies (robotics, automotive, aerospace, industrial automation)
Experience with SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX or similar CAD tools
Experience with prototyping processes and materials
Experience with embedded systems and communication protocols
Experience in tolerance analysis, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
BS degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering and with experience in Machine Design
Experience in Robotics and consumer electronic product design
Experience in power electronics and battery management programming
Familiarity with traditional mass production manufacturing processes, including injection molding, CNC machining, sheet metal
Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine builds
Experience with simulation tools conducting finite element analysis: structural and modal
Public Compensation:
$170,000/year to $240,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Industry: Internet
Equal Opportunity:
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
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Location:
Redmond

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