5-7 years of experience in IC design for motor/actuator systems (robotics, automotive, aerospace)
Strong knowledge of electromechanical actuators and related controller development
Hands-on experience with gearbox optimization and embedded firmware
Proficient in communication protocols and sensor integration
Expertise in 3D CAD software and simulation (FEA, MATLAB, ANSYS)
Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance analysis
Passion for agile environments and hands-on leadership
Responsibilities
Lead and build a cross-functional team across multiple engineering disciplines
Enhance existing actuator designs for better efficiency and performance
Develop innovative actuator architectures through rapid prototyping
Optimize designs considering manufacturability and production processes
Tackle technical challenges related to electrical and mechanical systems
Communicate complex technical details effectively within the team
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge actuator technology
Collaborative and dynamic team environment
Focus on innovation and rapid prototyping
Engagement in high-impact projects in robotics
Room for professional growth and advancement in a scaling company
Full Job Description
At Foundation, we're pushing the bounds on actuator technology that is the backbone of the Phantom platform.
As we rapidly scale to meet demand, we're looking for an actuator lead that can build on our existing work and continue to improve efficiency, torque density, manufacturability, and other key performance metrics.
The actuator lead will build and lead a cross-functional team spanning electrical systems, motor design, geartrain, controls, and electronics disciplines.
This team will not only focus on current design optimization but also create new actuator architectures through rapid prototyping and modeling.
What Kind of Person Are We Looking For:
A hands-on technical leader with strong IC design experience in motor/actuator systems for robotics, automotive, or aerospace (bonus if done in the context of high volume manufacturing)..
Robust understanding of electromechanical actuators, with skills in controller development, gearbox optimization, embedded firmware, communication protocols, sensor integration, and packaging.
A leader that is ready to dive into technical details and challenges related to mechanical, electrical, firmware, controls, and sourcing activities.
Mastery in 3D CAD software, simulation and analysis methodology (FEA, MATLAB, ANSYS, etc), GD&T, tolerance analysis, and technical communication.
Zeal for agile, startup-like operations with a bias for action to guide the actuator team in transformative robotics progress across all Foundation initiatives.
