Mechanical Engineer at Fauna Robotics | New York City

Job OverviewJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where you will be instrumental in designing and developing cutting-edge actuator assemblies that drive our advanced robotic systems. You will be responsible for leading the mechanical architecture, conducting detailed CAD/FEA analysis, and validating tests for our ultra-compact, high-torque actuators, guiding them from initial concept to production release.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and evaluate actuator concepts, including custom gear trains, bearings, and housings, to achieve stringent torque-to-weight and thermal performance targets.Lead detailed design efforts using 3D CAD, GD&T, tolerance stacks, and structural/thermal FEA.Rapidly prototype designs, develop test fixtures, and characterize key performance metrics such as torque, efficiency, backlash, and thermal rise.Implement DFM/DFA methodologies, release drawings and BOMs, and work closely with suppliers for pilot builds.Collaborate across departments, including controls, firmware, and manufacturing, to enhance overall system performance.Manage relationships with expert independent contractors to leverage specialized skills.Collaborate with industrial design and systems engineering teams to balance aesthetic, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in designing precision actuators, motors, or motion-control hardware that has been successfully delivered to customers.Technical Skills:Deep expertise in gear train mechanisms (planetary, harmonic, cycloidal), bearing and shaft design, thermal management, and lubrication techniques.Proficient in CAD software (Onshape or SolidWorks) and structural/thermal FEA analysis.Hands-on experience in prototyping, machining, and conducting failure root cause analysis.Preferred QualificationsExperience in scaling prototypes to production levels exceeding 100 units.Familiarity with frameless permanent magnet motors and rotor/stator integration.Proficiency in scripting languages (Python) for design automation and data analysis.Why Join Us?At Fauna Robotics, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technology in the robotics sector, enabling the next generation of humanoid robots to interact dynamically with their environment. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment where your skills will be valued and your ideas can shape the future of robotics.

Job OverviewJoin our dynamic team at Fauna Robotics as a Robotics Platform Engineer, where you will be instrumental in enhancing and optimizing the core software platform that drives our innovative robots. This pivotal role involves developing the foundation of our robotics stack, including communication infrastructures, service orchestration, and the integration of perception, planning, and control modules for seamless operation. You will also refine components to ensure they operate efficiently on resource-constrained edge devices and establish interfaces with low-level firmware from our partners, such as NVIDIA.This position is central to our software architecture, connecting low-level embedded systems with advanced AI functionalities. Collaborating closely with various teams across the organization, you will ensure our platform remains high-performing and reliable as we introduce new features.

Job DescriptionFauna Robotics is on the lookout for passionate and skilled Senior/Staff Software Engineers to lead the design and development of sophisticated software solutions for innovative, human-centered robotic systems. In this role, your expertise will be crucial in crafting software modules that enable robots to function autonomously in dynamic and unpredictable real-world conditions.If you have a fervor for robotics, full-stack development, or low-level controls, this position presents a unique opportunity to confront thrilling technical challenges and deliver transformative solutions. You will work collaboratively across various disciplines, partnering closely with research, hardware, and operations teams to pioneer advancements and influence the progression of intelligent robotics.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain software systems for robotic applications, focusing on perception, navigation, motor control, reasoning, and human-robot interaction.Create high-quality, production-ready code that supports robotic functions, including software development kits (SDKs) for external developers.Collaborate with research and machine learning teams to integrate cutting-edge AI models into robotic systems.Establish systems that enhance the development workflows of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and researchers.Coordinate with hardware and deployment teams to ensure seamless performance in real-world settings.Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional software development experience.Technical Expertise:Proficient in software development using Python, C++, and/or Rust.Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including system design, algorithms, and data structures.Preferred SkillsExperience in robotics, particularly with ROS/ROS2 or familiarity with robotic subsystems such as computer vision, signal processing, or motor control.Background in delivering developer-oriented products featuring robust SDKs and fault-tolerant systems.Knowledge of machine learning, particularly in the context of robotics.

Job DescriptionJoin our team as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Fauna Robotics, where you will spearhead the design and advancement of our power and motion control systems that power our robotic solutions. This position presents a unique opportunity to shape the long-term architecture of Fauna's robotics platform and establish a robust technical foundation for collaboration between robots and humans.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, layout, and validation of PCBs for power distribution, motor drivers, embedded systems, and sensor integration.Architect and optimize power distribution and battery systems to facilitate high-performance actuators and real-time computing for humanoid robots.Develop and enhance our lithium-ion battery system, focusing on charging circuits, safety measures, and state-of-charge (SOC) algorithms.Create high-efficiency power architecture and monitoring circuits to support our robotics initiatives.Ensure compliance with EMI/EMC regulations, maintain signal integrity, and apply thermal design best practices for high-reliability electronics within compact mobile systems.Collaborate with firmware engineers to develop real-time control strategies that enable smooth and compliant robotic motion.Partner with mechanical engineers to implement effective thermal management solutions for batteries, high-power electronics, and motors.Define the electrical architecture facilitating real-time control, networking, and system diagnostics, ensuring rapid, low-latency communication among actuators, sensors, and computing nodes.Assist in the bring-up, debugging, and testing of prototype robots, working closely with firmware and mechanical teams.Engage with vendors and contract manufacturers to procure top-quality components and supervise the production of critical electronics subsystems.

Job OverviewJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. In this pivotal position, you will be instrumental in the design, optimization, and maintenance of embedded systems that drive our advanced humanoid robots. Your expertise will encompass working with real-time operating systems (RTOS), low-level firmware, and communication protocols, ensuring precise motor control, seamless sensor integration, and exceptional system performance.Key ResponsibilitiesEmbedded Systems Development: Craft and uphold firmware for robotic control platforms, prioritizing reliability and efficiency.RTOS Engineering: Design, implement, and fine-tune software for real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, ThreadX, or Zephyr.Network Protocols: Develop and execute communication protocols over CAN and RS485 for motor control, sensor data gathering, and power management.System Performance Analysis: Assess and enhance system performance, focusing on timing, resource utilization, and latency. Proficient in scripting languages like Python for automated testing and data analysis.Collaboration: Partner with hardware and robotics engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and power systems seamlessly.Debugging Expertise: Identify and rectify hardware and software issues utilizing advanced debugging techniques.Documentation: Produce clear and concise documentation for firmware designs, APIs, and testing processes.

Job OverviewJoin our dynamic team at Fauna Robotics as a Frontend Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing user-friendly interfaces that allow seamless interaction with our advanced robotic systems. Your focus will be on crafting both web and mobile applications that enhance user control, offer insightful data visualizations, and build internal tools that streamline our operations. Your contributions will directly influence the experience of our operators, researchers, and clients.In this innovative position, you will confront exciting challenges that blend frontend development with cutting-edge robotics. Your work will involve real-time data visualization and the creation of responsive controls that meet stringent latency demands. Although our current interfaces are predominantly web-based, we have aspirations to extend into native mobile applications as our company expands.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Robot Animation Scientist / Engineer. In this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge animation systems for humanoid robots. Your primary focus will be on the design, implementation, and optimization of motion algorithms and animation tools that enable our robotic characters to exhibit expressive and functional movements in real-world environments. We are particularly interested in candidates with a background in whole-body control of virtual characters for real-time, interactive applications, such as video games. Your contributions will be instrumental in propelling advancements in robotics, allowing robots to engage joyfully and competently with their surroundings while ensuring safety around humans.Applicants are expected to provide a portfolio showcasing academic research (including publications in SIGGRAPH) on character animation or relevant industry experience in developing video game character controllers.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we are dedicated to empowering essential organizations around the globe to maintain the availability, reliability, and sustainability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, state-of-the-art sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, offering our clients unparalleled insights into the present and future condition of their physical assets. This capability facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, fosters mission readiness, and safeguards both the environment and society from the consequences of infrastructure failures.Position OverviewJoin our Cloud Platform team, where our mission is to enable software engineers to work without hindrances, ultimately accelerating our ability to deliver outstanding products. We achieve this by streamlining software development processes, focusing on automation, shared libraries, and advanced DevOps tools, allowing engineers to concentrate on the unique challenges presented by Gecko Robotics.This position will take lead in refining our cloud architecture and automation, particularly within our government cloud environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the maintainability and usability of our intricate single-tenant deployments, which are inherently complex and compliance-oriented. Your role will involve simplifying this complexity through abstraction and automation, enabling product engineers to deploy and manage confidently without needing to become experts in government cloud compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and own the strategic vision for maintaining and scaling our diverse single-tenant environments, currently hosted in Google Government Cloud and Azure, with potential future expansion to AWS.Automate and standardize the variances across our cloud environments to alleviate the burden of compliance regulations and unique requirements from our developers.Create robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules and shared libraries that provide benefits across all environments, minimizing redundancy.Collaborate closely with fellow Cloud Platform team members to fulfill our goal of making software development at Gecko seamless and efficient. Current responsibilities include:Providing expertise on cloud technologies and acting as internal consultants.Ensuring a smooth, intuitive, and automated CI/CD pipeline.Managing customer authentication processes.Overseeing permissions management.

Job OverviewJoin the innovative team at fauna-robotics as a Robotics Assembly Technician, where you'll be instrumental in the assembly, testing, and debugging of cutting-edge robotic systems. This hands-on position plays a vital role in our rapid prototyping, troubleshooting, and hardware validation processes, encompassing both mechanical and electrical assembly and testing.Core ResponsibilitiesAssemble robotic systems, subassemblies, actuators, and mechanical components in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions.Execute precise mechanical assembly using both hand and power tools, presses, and fixtures.Assemble and route wiring harnesses, connectors, and sensors, ensuring proper strain relief and secure installation.Conduct light electrical assembly and basic soldering for connectors, harnesses, and small PCB subassemblies.Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues using basic lab equipment (multimeter, continuity tester, etc.).Adhere to established quality standards; inspect assemblies for fit, finish, and functional performance prior to integration.Utilize 3D printers for creating simple jigs, fixtures, and mounting hardware to aid assembly tasks.Maintain organized workspaces, tools, and inventory for mechanical and electrical components.Contribute to the development and refinement of work instructions and process documentation.Propose and assist in implementing process improvements to enhance assembly efficiency and consistency.Required Skills & QualificationsExperience: A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical or electromechanical assembly within manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, or automotive sectors.Education: Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline, or equivalent military/work experience.Technical Skills:Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.Skilled in using standard hand tools, torque tools, and basic fabrication equipment.Experienced in assembling and routing wiring harnesses for electro-mechanical systems.Comfortable performing basic soldering (both through-hole and surface mount) for connectors and electronic components.

Join Our Team as a Data Platform EngineerFauna Robotics is seeking a talented Data Platform Engineer to help us construct the essential data systems that drive our robotics and machine learning initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will architect and implement the infrastructure necessary for the collection, storage, processing, and transformation of extensive data generated by our robots—including sensor telemetry, video streams, operational logs, and performance metrics.Collaboration is key, as you will work alongside our machine learning teams to ensure data is not only accessible but also well-structured and primed for training. Your contributions will empower research teams to innovate rapidly and allow operations teams to effectively monitor fleet performance as we scale.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop scalable data pipelines for the ingestion and processing of robotics data (including sensor streams, video, telemetry, and logs).Maintain data storage solutions that are optimized for various data types and access patterns.Create tools and APIs that enable researchers and engineers to efficiently query and analyze large datasets.Develop real-time data processing systems for monitoring robot fleet performance.Construct and sustain data transformation pipelines that prepare robotics data for machine learning training.Work collaboratively with machine learning and robotics teams to ensure our data platforms evolve to meet their needs.Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Work Experience: 3+ years in data engineering or data platform roles.Technical Expertise:Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.Experience with data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Flink, Kafka).Proficiency with data storage technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, object storage).Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, GCP).Strong understanding of distributed systems and data architecture principles.Preferred SkillsExperience with robotics or IoT data, including time-series, video, and point clouds.Familiarity with streaming architectures and real-time analytics.Knowledge of data governance best practices.

Join our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as an Electronics Technician. In this hands-on role, you will play a vital part in the assembly, testing, and debugging of cutting-edge robotic systems. Your contributions will be essential for our rapid prototyping, troubleshooting, and hardware validation efforts, encompassing both mechanical and electrical assembly and testing.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the assembly and testing of prototype robots.Construct and wire electrical harnesses, connectors, and PCB assemblies according to detailed schematics and mechanical drawings.Execute precise soldering (both through-hole and surface mount) for circuit board repairs and prototype builds.Support the integration of robotic actuators, sensors, and mechanical subsystems, ensuring optimal fit and functionality.Utilize multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers to troubleshoot power electronics, motor controllers, and embedded systems.Collaborate with engineers to diagnose electrical and mechanical failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.Conduct quality control inspections of PCBs, wiring harnesses, and assembled components prior to integration.Create and finalize custom wire harnesses for power distribution, motor controllers, sensors, and embedded systems.Ensure proper crimping, insulation, and strain relief for long-lasting reliability in robotic applications.Maintain electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, documenting any changes and enhancements.Organize and upkeep the electronics lab, tools, and inventory of electrical components.Assist in designing and maintaining test rigs for motor performance testing, power analysis, and sensor validation.Support engineers in integrating and validating new PCB designs and embedded systems.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at fauna-robotics as a Robotics and AI Motor Control Scientist. In this exciting role, you will be at the forefront of developing advanced machine learning algorithms tailored for motor control systems within humanoid robots. Your primary focus will be on crafting and fine-tuning intelligent motor control strategies that empower robots to execute intricate, whole-body tasks. Your expertise will play a crucial role in propelling the field of robotics forward by facilitating seamless, dependable, and safe interactions between robots and their surroundings.Applicants are encouraged to submit a portfolio showcasing academic research or industry projects that highlight work in robotic motor control or reinforcement learning applications.

Join Our Team as a Machine Learning Infrastructure EngineerAt Fauna Robotics, we are on the forefront of revolutionizing robotics through cutting-edge machine learning technologies. As a Machine Learning Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in constructing and enhancing the machine learning systems that drive our innovative robotic solutions. Your expertise will be essential in designing, managing, and optimizing the infrastructure required for training, evaluating, and deploying ML models that facilitate robot locomotion, perception, manipulation, navigation, and interaction with humans.This position is an exciting opportunity to work at the convergence of machine learning and systems engineering, ensuring that our ML training and deployment systems are resilient, efficient, and scalable as we transition from prototypes to fully functional production systems.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower the world's leading organizations to enhance the reliability, sustainability, and availability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, state-of-the-art sensors, and an AI-driven data platform to provide clients with unparalleled insights into the health of their physical assets. This facilitates real-time decision-making, boosts operational efficiency and safety, and helps protect our environment from the repercussions of infrastructure failures.Position OverviewWe are on the lookout for a dynamic Technical Recruiter to join our team and support our scaling efforts. Our recruiting team is comprised of passionate professionals dedicated to advancing not only Gecko Robotics but also the recruiting landscape. This role presents a rare opportunity to be an integral part of a high-growth startup, where you will have the chance to shape, define, and oversee the complete recruitment cycle and strategy. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop essential processes aimed at expanding their teams, acting as a subject matter expert and strategic partner. Your strong sourcing abilities and proven track record in managing a robust pipeline of qualified candidates are critical. While you excel in collaboration, you also relish the autonomy to innovate and create effective strategies to attract and secure top talent. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating both strategic and operational aspects of recruiting. This position is based in our New York City office.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Forward Deployed Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will directly engage with customers and deployment sites, ensuring our robotic solutions excel in real-world scenarios. You will act as the essential technical liaison between our engineering teams and clients, deploying robots, troubleshooting hardware and software challenges on-site, and relaying valuable insights back to improve our offerings.This position is perfect for dynamic problem solvers who thrive in hands-on environments. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing various issues that may arise, from software configurations to hardware malfunctions, and performing field repairs, including soldering and component replacements. Experience the impact of our technology beyond the lab, contributing significantly to its refinement and growth.

About UsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower organizations worldwide to maintain the reliability and sustainability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, cutting-edge sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, providing clients with unprecedented insights into the health of their physical assets. This capability facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, and safeguards the environment and society from infrastructure failures.Position OverviewAs an IT Engineer at Gecko, you will serve as a vital technical partner, delivering enterprise infrastructure and user technology services throughout the organization. Your responsibilities will encompass the design, implementation, and management of software and hardware technologies that enable our team to rapidly deliver transformative products and services to our clients. You will act as the primary point of contact for IT support, building relationships with stakeholders while driving automation solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide outstanding deskside and remote support to Gecko employees.Maintain all standard technology services, including audiovisual and meeting room technology.Proactively manage IT support requests and problem tickets, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution, while documenting incidents in Jira for accurate tracking.Handle escalations and coordinate with third-party vendors to guarantee high-quality operational services.Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, including user account management and asset tracking.Assist with the deployment of new hardware and software solutions to end-users.Manage and maintain software infrastructure such as Okta, Google Workspace, and Slack.Contribute to the Service Desk knowledge base and maintain documentation.Support IT compliance activities, ensuring adherence to global standards while educating colleagues on IT services, policies, and security best practices.Be available for occasional out-of-hours support as needed.Assist in the technical setup of new offices, which may require travel.Develop automation solutions to streamline processes.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower critical infrastructure across the globe, ensuring its availability, reliability, and sustainability. Our innovative solutions integrate advanced wall-climbing robots, top-tier sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, offering clients unparalleled insights into the health of their assets. This fusion of technology facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, and safeguards both the environment and society against infrastructure failures.Role OverviewAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our mission, directly engaging with customers to identify and tackle significant challenges. Rather than merely providing support, you will be a driving force in developing solutions that address complex issues across various domains, including cash flow, production, safety, and environmental impact. You will take ownership of the problem-solving process from inception to execution, ultimately contributing to the scalability of Gecko’s platforms.Your ResponsibilitiesIdentify and Solve Critical Problems: Collaborate closely with clients to uncover high-impact challenges, innovate solutions, and relentlessly pursue meaningful outcomes.Foster Growth: Embrace the complexities of the challenges we face, engage in continuous learning, and thrive in an environment dedicated to personal and professional growth.Technologies We LeveragePython, Javascript, ReactGoogle Cloud, Amazon Web Services

Job OverviewFauna Robotics is on the hunt for a skilled Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager to spearhead the execution of our supply chain, vendor management, and build operations. This pivotal role will guide our innovative robots from prototype to consistent production, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering, operations, and manufacturing. You will be instrumental in driving build readiness, overseeing external suppliers and contract manufacturers (CMs), and guaranteeing that our in-house production meets high standards of quality and timeliness.In this role, you will ensure timely parts delivery, optimize vendor performance, and swiftly resolve any manufacturing challenges that arise.Key ResponsibilitiesSupply Chain ManagementOversee comprehensive material readiness for builds, including forecasting, purchasing coordination, kitting, and shortage management.Maintain transparency in build BOM status while tracking long lead items, alternatives, and potential risks.Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs are practical for production and sourcing.Lead efforts in reducing material costs through effective vendor negotiations, alternative sourcing, and design-for-cost considerations.Manage inbound logistics, inventory planning, and basic warehouse operations as necessary.Vendor and Supplier OversightEstablish and maintain communication with suppliers for critical mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components.Handle RFQs, quotation cycles, lead times, payment conditions, and delivery schedules.Create supplier scorecards focusing on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost to enhance supplier performance.Coordinate corrective actions with suppliers to address issues like defects, late deliveries, and recurring failures.Identify and onboard new suppliers as project requirements evolve across various manufacturing processes.Build ManagementPlan and execute internal builds, including EVT/DVT/PVT, pilot builds, and production runs.Manage build schedules, readiness assessments, work instructions, tooling coordination, and staffing requirements.Work closely with technicians and engineers to remove obstacles during the build process.Monitor yields, rework rates, failures, and any manufacturing hindrances to ensure consistent production flow.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower the world’s most vital organizations to maintain the availability, reliability, and sustainability of critical infrastructure. Our innovative and interconnected solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, advanced sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, offering clients unparalleled insights into the current and future conditions of their physical assets. This capability enables real-time decision-making, boosts operational efficiency and safety, enhances mission readiness, and safeguards the environment and society against the repercussions of infrastructure failures.Your RoleAs a Data Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing the data infrastructure for an AI-centric product that encompasses document intelligence, time-series IoT data, and intelligent AI systems. This is a hands-on, end-to-end position ideal for individuals who excel in ambiguous environments, are comfortable working closely with data models and customers, and aspire to directly influence how data and AI are utilized in practical applications.This position will primarily focus on the power industry, where your contributions will directly facilitate the dependable operation of power plants that service millions daily.Your ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing data systems throughout their lifecycle—from raw data ingestion to AI-driven outputs utilized by clients in real-world scenarios. Collaborating with customers and internal teams, you will identify real challenges, convert them into technical solutions, and iterate swiftly. You will create pipelines supporting document processing, sensor data, and machine learning workflows, engage in feature engineering and model experimentation as necessary, and take ownership of production systems. You will make practical architectural decisions, enhance reliability over time, and help establish best practices as our team and product grow.Technologies We LeveragePython, SQLCloud-native data and GenAI tools (GCP, VertexAI, etc.)Streaming and messaging systemsDistributed processing frameworksData warehouses, lakes, and object storageTime-series and NoSQL databasesML and AI tools (feature stores, vector databases, model pipelines)Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools