About the Role We are seeking an experienced
Senior Staff Manufacturing Design Engineer to lead the design and manufacturability of high-performance, precision components used in our cutting-edge humanoid robotics systems. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving New Product Introduction (NPI), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and cross-functional collaboration from early concept to production.
As a senior staff technical contributor, you'll work with cross-disciplinary teams-including mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing engineering-to ensure our robots meet world-class standards in quality, cost, reliability, and scalability. You'll help architect the mechanical backbone of Digit and shape how it comes to life in production.
About the Work- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and for Assembly (DFA) throughout the product lifecycle-from R&D through prototyping, validation, and scalable production.
- Apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to high-precision, tolerance-critical robotic components and ensure alignment with design intent and manufacturing feasibility.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to validate component designs, optimize manufacturing processes, and reduce cost and lead times.
- Create and manage CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using Creo to support current and new products and fixtures.
- Solid understanding of change management, use of item attributes, engineering changes, engineering and manufacturing bills of material, material dispositions, and effectivity, and implementation.
- Guide prototype builds and design reviews, ensuring engineering rigor and cross-functional alignment.
- Support tooling and fixture development for repeatable, high-yield manufacturing.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices across the design and manufacturing teams.
- Continuously improve documentation, design processes, and design standards to support scalability and production excellence.
About You- 15+ years of experience in mechanical design and manufacturing engineering experience in robotics, aerospace, semiconductor or medical equipment , or other complex electromechanical systems.
- Proven expertise in DFM, DFA and critical tolerance analysis for precision mechanical systems and components.
- Strong background in designing for assembly, inspection, and automation in high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environments.
- Proficient in CAD tools (ie: Creo 5.0), GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis.
- Strong understanding of mechanical inspection tools and processes (ie: CMM, micrometer, bore gauges, profile testers, optical inspection, etc.).
- Experience using PLM software, bonus points for experience using WindChill.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of actuation systems, robotic kinematics, sensors, and cable management is a plus.
- Experience working across teams including Design, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production, Quality, Test, Systems Engineering, and Program Management.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or a minimum of 15+ years relevant design experience.
Location - This is a hybrid position based out of our Salem office.
The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Anticipated Base Salary Range
$163,000-$254,000 USD
In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:- 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
- Equity: Company stock options.
- Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
- Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
- Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Time Off:
- Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
- Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
- On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
- Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
- Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
- Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
- Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
- Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.
All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.
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