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Mechatronics Intern (Spring/Summer)

Gardena, CAOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-level$4,000–$6,000 /yrPosted 23 days agoHidden Gem · YC Startup

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Required skills

  • Robotics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • electromechanical systems
  • humanoid robots
  • Linux
  • ROS 2
  • computer assembly
  • USB
  • PCIE

Nice to have

  • portfolio
  • independent project
  • hand tools
  • disassembly
  • assembly
  • bandwidth architecture

Role summary

Seeking a Mechatronics Intern to assist with the design and integration of electrical and mechanical systems for cutting-edge humanoid robots. This role involves rapid prototyping, iteration, and collaboration with software and simulation teams. The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in a related engineering or computer science field, has experience with electromechanical systems, Linux (ROS 2), CAD, and embedded systems, and possesses strong hands-on troubleshooting abilities. Experience with specific tools like Fusion360, KiCAD, and knowledge of humanoid systems and industrial requirements are highly desirable.

**Requirements/Qualifications**

* Currently pursuing a degree or recent grad in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
* Has a citizenship/does not require any immigration or visa assistance.
* Can commit to a full time internship role.

**What You’ll Do**

* Design and integrate electrical and mechanical systems.
* Work with cutting edge humanoid robots in real deployments.
* Rapidly prototype, and iterate based on changing demands.
* Collaborate with software and simulation teams to meet their needs.

**What We’re Looking For**

* Experience with electromechanical systems or robotics.
* Excellent mechanical intuition, you understand how things move, fail, and improve.
* Experience with hand tools and disassembly, assembly, and documentation of systems.
* Experience with Linux based operating systems (ROS 2 especially).
* Experience with computer assembly and bandwidth architecture (USB and PCIE standards).
* Skills in CAD and embedded systems.
* Strong hands-on engineering and troubleshooting ability for both electrical and mechanical systems.
* A portfolio and/or an independent project or 2 would be ideal to display real skills and end to end management of a project.
* Experience with CAD software specifically Fusion360, KiCAD, and the .urdf format.
* Experience with typical humanoid systems (BLDC actuators, CANbus, lithium based batteries).
* Understanding of industrial requirements (IP Rating, MTBF).
* An understanding of what makes systems reliable and the ability to design for it.

**Why This Role**

* Direct impact on company results.
* Gaining experience with cutting edge systems.
* Learn a variety of prototyping methods and end to end project ownershi
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