Mind Children
Location:
Seattle, WA (Hybrid – minimum 2 - 3 days onsite; up to 5 during build phases)
Employment Type:
Full-time
About Mind Children Mind Children is building the world’s first humanoid robotic platform designed specifically for real‑world social interaction and embodied artificial general intelligence (AGI). Our mission is to create emotionally intelligent machines that engage with people in education, healthcare, and daily life - not factory floors.
We have completed our initial proof‑of‑concept prototype and are now entering the production‑intent design phase. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced engineer to step in as the primary mechanical design lead in a generation‑defining market.
About Our Robot & Social Robotics Focus Unlike full‑sized industrial humanoids, our robot is built for social interaction. It’s a platform for AGI embodiment, emotional intelligence, and direct human engagement.
Our engineering challenges are centered on:
Injection‑molded plastic part design Precision mechanisms with gears, bearings, and snap‑fit assemblies Tightly integrated electromechanical interfaces Mass manufacturability, safety, expression, and human interaction
This is a human‑centered robotics platform, closer to designing a next‑generation consumer device than an industrial machine.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced
Senior Mechanical Engineer
who will take ownership of the robot’s mechanical design. You will refine and evolve the existing architecture, guide it toward production readiness, and establish the systems, standards, and best practices that will define our mechanical engineering discipline.
This is a hands‑on design leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on building, iterating, and architecting complex systems while also shaping the foundation of a new engineering organization.
We’re looking for an engineer with a bias toward action - someone who can prototype quickly, make informed trade‑offs, and iterate toward the right solution with speed, clarity, and purpose.
Key Responsibilities Own and lead the production‑intent mechanical architecture of our humanoid robot. Develop and maintain SolidWorks CAD assemblies with accurate mass properties, kinematic constraints, and motion parameters for simulation and controls. Design injection‑molded and 3D printed parts, mechanisms, snap‑fit assemblies, gears, bearings, and structural components. Rapidly prototype and iterate using additive manufacturing and other quick turn prototyping methods. Define design standards, documentation practices, and configuration systems to scale future engineering teams. Collaborate closely with electrical and software teams on integrated electromechanical subsystems. Establish specifications and test criteria based on real‑world usage scenarios and performance targets.
Ideal Experience 10 - 15 years of mechanical design or hardware product development experience, with:
Proven ownership of complex electromechanical products from prototype through production. Expert‑level proficiency in SolidWorks (CAD, surfacing, assemblies, motion, PDM). Extensive knowledge of plastic injection molding, geared drive systems, and design for manufacturing. Experience designing mechanical interfaces that integrate electrical connectors, harnessing, and embedded electronics for robotics, consumer electronics, or mechatronic systems. Strong experience designing plastic components for strength, durability, and fatigue, including material selection, reinforcement, cyclic loading, and long‑term reliability in real‑world use. Comfortable collaborating in dynamic, evolving environments where systems and requirements mature through iteration. Strong ability to simplify, prototype quickly, and learn through iteration.
We recognize that exceptional problem‑solving ability, a willingness to learn, and a strong maker‑mindset can outweigh traditional experience. If you’re passionate, self‑motivated, and driven to build great robotics hardware, even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation Must be Seattle‑based or willing to relocate Hybrid schedule: minimum 2 - 3 days onsite, up to 5 during key development phases Onsite prototyping and hands‑on testing are core to the role
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Seattle, WA (Hybrid – minimum 2 - 3 days onsite; up to 5 during build phases)
Employment Type:
Full-time
About Mind Children Mind Children is building the world’s first humanoid robotic platform designed specifically for real‑world social interaction and embodied artificial general intelligence (AGI). Our mission is to create emotionally intelligent machines that engage with people in education, healthcare, and daily life - not factory floors.
We have completed our initial proof‑of‑concept prototype and are now entering the production‑intent design phase. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced engineer to step in as the primary mechanical design lead in a generation‑defining market.
About Our Robot & Social Robotics Focus Unlike full‑sized industrial humanoids, our robot is built for social interaction. It’s a platform for AGI embodiment, emotional intelligence, and direct human engagement.
Our engineering challenges are centered on:
Injection‑molded plastic part design Precision mechanisms with gears, bearings, and snap‑fit assemblies Tightly integrated electromechanical interfaces Mass manufacturability, safety, expression, and human interaction
This is a human‑centered robotics platform, closer to designing a next‑generation consumer device than an industrial machine.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced
Senior Mechanical Engineer
who will take ownership of the robot’s mechanical design. You will refine and evolve the existing architecture, guide it toward production readiness, and establish the systems, standards, and best practices that will define our mechanical engineering discipline.
This is a hands‑on design leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on building, iterating, and architecting complex systems while also shaping the foundation of a new engineering organization.
We’re looking for an engineer with a bias toward action - someone who can prototype quickly, make informed trade‑offs, and iterate toward the right solution with speed, clarity, and purpose.
Key Responsibilities Own and lead the production‑intent mechanical architecture of our humanoid robot. Develop and maintain SolidWorks CAD assemblies with accurate mass properties, kinematic constraints, and motion parameters for simulation and controls. Design injection‑molded and 3D printed parts, mechanisms, snap‑fit assemblies, gears, bearings, and structural components. Rapidly prototype and iterate using additive manufacturing and other quick turn prototyping methods. Define design standards, documentation practices, and configuration systems to scale future engineering teams. Collaborate closely with electrical and software teams on integrated electromechanical subsystems. Establish specifications and test criteria based on real‑world usage scenarios and performance targets.
Ideal Experience 10 - 15 years of mechanical design or hardware product development experience, with:
Proven ownership of complex electromechanical products from prototype through production. Expert‑level proficiency in SolidWorks (CAD, surfacing, assemblies, motion, PDM). Extensive knowledge of plastic injection molding, geared drive systems, and design for manufacturing. Experience designing mechanical interfaces that integrate electrical connectors, harnessing, and embedded electronics for robotics, consumer electronics, or mechatronic systems. Strong experience designing plastic components for strength, durability, and fatigue, including material selection, reinforcement, cyclic loading, and long‑term reliability in real‑world use. Comfortable collaborating in dynamic, evolving environments where systems and requirements mature through iteration. Strong ability to simplify, prototype quickly, and learn through iteration.
We recognize that exceptional problem‑solving ability, a willingness to learn, and a strong maker‑mindset can outweigh traditional experience. If you’re passionate, self‑motivated, and driven to build great robotics hardware, even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation Must be Seattle‑based or willing to relocate Hybrid schedule: minimum 2 - 3 days onsite, up to 5 during key development phases Onsite prototyping and hands‑on testing are core to the role
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mind Children by 2x
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