Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Associate at Stanford

Department: Science and Engineering Associate

Compensation

$132,996 – $157,641/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: California
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Jun 22, 2026

Description

Stanford University is seeking an Engineer Associate to develop robotic hardware and mechatronic systems for neuroscience research, including backdrivable robotic manipulanda, neural-recording and animal-behavior systems, miniaturized linear actuation, microassembly, and control software. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field and six years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience, and offers an annual pay range of $132,996 to $157,641.

Required Skills

Mechanical engineering
Mechatronic design
CAD tools
PCB design
Microcontroller programming
Computer vision
Rapid prototyping
Machine shop

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience
Required Previous Experiences: Six years of relevant experience
Prior experience designing and implementing robotic systems, especially haptic interfaces or surgical robotics
Prior experience with microassembly systems, especially high-precision robot arms, linear actuation, precision force sensing, and rapid calibration
Strong experience with CAD tools
Familiarity with electronic circuits, motor control, embedded cameras, PCB design, rapid prototyping, microcontroller programming, simulation, and LEDs
Strong experience with software development, including microcontroller programming, control systems, computer vision, VR environments, and 3D rendering
Experience with rapid prototyping using 3D printers
Hands-on experience in a machine shop or prototyping lab
Practical understanding of fabrication tolerances, material selection, and mechanical fabrication
Preferred Qualifications: Interest in programmatic CAD design, computational geometry, and CAD simulation
Interest in advancing the frontier of Neuro-AI
Translation Company Name: Stanford