Staff Mechanical Engineer (P4) - Advanced RoboticsAnalog GarageAt the Analog Garage, we invent what's next. We are an innovation engine where small, highly interdisciplinary teams tackle hard problems, rapidly prototype novel technologies, and translate breakthrough ideas into real-world impact.
If problem-solving through teamwork is in your DNA-and you're excited by inventing new electromechanical systems that enable the future of robotics-this could be the perfect role for you. Our Advanced Robotics team is focused on creating foundational technologies that help our customers build smarter, more capable robotic systems that transform how work gets done.
Role OverviewAs a Staff Mechanical Engineer in the Analog Garage, you will develop innovative hardware designs to enable our customers to build and deliver robotics solutions to their own problems or those of their customers. The ideal candidate has experience developing new robots and subsystems. You will work closely with experts in electronics, sensing, actuation, controls, and software to take concepts from early exploration through functional prototypes-and, in some cases, into productization paths for ADI customers.
This position reports to the
Senior Director of Robotics Innovation.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with a highly interdisciplinary team to develop robotic systems and subsystems from concept through working prototype
- Lead mechanical design activities including concept development, detailed design, tolerance analysis, and hands-on prototyping
- Evaluate and drive design tradeoffs across performance, cost, manufacturability, reliability, and scalability (DFx)
- Build, test, and iterate proof-of-concept hardware to validate mechanical architectures and system-level assumptions
- Contribute to system integration, test planning, and experimental characterization of robotic platforms
- Communicate design intent, results, and tradeoffs clearly through sketches, CAD, documentation, and reviews
- Support transition of successful prototypes toward customer enablement, demonstrations, or downstream product teams
Basic Qualifications- Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant industry or research experience
- Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, materials properties, material selection, and manufacturing processes
- Hands-on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and mechanical or electromechanical prototypes
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Onshape, or equivalent, including best practices for part design, assemblies, and tolerance specification
- Experience applying Design for X principles (e.g., cost, manufacturability, testability, reliability)
- Solid understanding of hardware development principles and the ability to apply theory to real-world product design
- Experience working in fast-paced, agile and highly cross-functional organization.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly using clear, simple language and visuals
- Experience with full product lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and effective communication is a must.
- Willingness to support domestic and international travel as required
Preferred Qualifications- Experience developing and testing mechanical robotics equipment
- Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools
- Experience in the design and sustaining of complex mechanical products and equipment
- Experience in actuation and motor development
- Proficiency with Matlab
Why the Analog Garage?The Analog Garage is where ADI explores advanced technologies with the freedom to experiment and the support to scale. You'll work alongside curious, motivated engineers who care deeply about learning, impact, and building things that matter.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days
The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $131,285 to $190,108.
- Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
- This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
- This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.
