Senior Mechanical Engineer - Robotics Hands & Actuation
Eka Robotics
Boston, MA · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
...Eka Robotics in Boston is seeking a senior Mechanical Design Engineer to advance robotic hands and actuation modules. You will lead the mechanical design, select actuators, bearings, sensors, and materials; build physical prototypes with 3D printing, CNC machining, and...