Physicalintelligence
Prototype Engineer
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- No salary listed
- Mid level
- Full-time
- On-site · San Francisco
- 2+ yrs exp
- Added 2 months ago
About this role
Physical Intelligence seeks a Prototype Engineer to bridge the gap between research and real-world hardware applications. This role involves designing, building, and rapidly iterating on prototypes of mechanical, electrical, and sensor systems for robots and actuated devices. You’ll collaborate closely with researchers and engineers, translating ideas into tangible hardware solutions.
What you'll do
- Design and fabricate mechanical, electrical, and sensor prototypes.
- Partner with researchers to translate experimental needs into hardware.
- Build end-to-end prototype systems from concept to validation.
- Develop PCBs, wiring harnesses, and cable assemblies.
- Evaluate and select sensors and actuators.
- Design fixtures, jigs, and custom tooling.
What they're looking for
- CAD software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusion 360)
- PCB design
- Soldering and Wiring
- 3D printing (FDM/SLA)
- Laser cutting
- CNC machining
- Robotics
- Python (scripting)
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Likely interview questions
- Describe a time you had to quickly prototype a solution with limited resources.
- Explain your experience with translating research concepts into hardware designs.