Senior Exoskeleton Design Engineer

Company: Dephy Inc
Location: Maynard
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

As a Senior Exoskeleton Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the mechanical design of major subsystems of a next generation robotic exoskeleton. A successful candidate will be able to create high quality designs from customer needs. You will work closely with a team of controls, electrical, and software engineers to develop cutting edge systems. Being on the forefront of an emerging technology, many of the problems we face start with a blank whiteboard. The breadth of this role includes the design of electromechanical and actuation systems, leading all stages of prototyping efforts, and evaluating prototypes through lab and user testing. It is expected that this role will require a majority of time spent designing using Solidworks. To quickly develop this technology, Dephy strives to enable and facilitate an environment in which rapid iteration and prototyping can thrive. About us: Dephy is a robotics startup founded in 2016 with the primary mission of bringing humans Beyond Nature--- with performance enhancing wearable robotics technologies. Dephy is a fast-growing small company of scientists, engineers, and builders. We design, build, evaluate, and commercialize the world's most advanced autonomous exoskeletons for human augmentation. We are active in military, academic, medical, and consumer markets. Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design of the mechanical components used in performance exoskeletons
• Design of complex electromechanical assemblies and mechanisms using Solidworks
• Create models that are both beautiful and functional
• Bring designs to life starting with a sketch or rendering
• Develop ideas through prototyping and testing
• Understand and solve hard problems with creative solutions Requirements Required Qualifications:
  • Be a good human - get along with the team, build strong working relationships, and execute on Dephy's Values.
  • Significant Solidworks experience focused on electromechanical systems and a portfolio to showcase them
  • Courage to try new things and fail fast
  • Self starter mindset that doesn't wait to be told what to do next
  • Capability of thriving in a cross-disciplinary and collaborative environment
  • Ability to work with team members of all experience levels
    • BS in Mechanical Engineering
    • 5+ years of design engineering experience working with cross functional teams Preferred Experience:
      • Wearable robotics or exoskeletons
      • Biomechanics and human locomotion
      • Rapid prototyping and iterative development processes
      • Design of consumer devices
      • Prototyping and manufacturing techniques Other Information
        • Start date: 3/1/23
        • At Dephy, our mission is to bring humans Beyond Nature---. Our goal is to do this by attracting, hiring, and building a team of good humans. Humans who are diverse builders with unique collections of tools, cultures, and experiences. We celebrate our differences and foster an environment for our team to learn and ask questions. We trust and respect each other, and value the cultural contribution that we each bring to Dephy. We believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification or skill.
        • Candidates need to be authorized to work in the U.S.
        • This position is not eligible for sponsorship of an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).
        • Salary and equity will be determined based on qualifications
        • Apply at http://dephy.com Benefits
          • Health Care Plan (Medical, HSA, Dental & Vision)
          • Retirement Plan ( Simple IRA)
          • Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability
          • Paid Family Leave
          • Unlimited Paid Time Off
          • Training & Development
          • Flexible Work Schedule
          • Casual Office
          • Dog Friendly Office

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