We are looking for a Senior Electric Motor Design Engineer to lead the design and development of high-performance motors for robotic actuators. You will work on motors that demand extreme torque density, compact packaging, and high efficiency while operating within the tight constraints of humanoid robotic systems.
You will collaborate closely with mechanical, power electronics, controls, and robotics teams to create integrated actuation solutions.
Design and develop high-performance electric motors optimized for torque density, efficiency, and dynamic response
Perform electromagnetic design and simulation of advanced motor topologies
Optimize motor architecture considering:
Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate motors into robotic actuator systems
Conduct performance testing and validation of motor prototypes
Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies in electromagnetic machines
Drive iterative design improvements based on test results and system requirements
Contribute to system-level actuator architecture
Must-have:
MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field
5+ years experience in electric motor design
Strong background in electromagnetics and electric machine theory
Experience designing high-performance motors (e.g. for robotics, aerospace, automotive, or advanced industrial systems)
Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g. Ansys Maxwell, JMAG, Motor-CAD, COMSOL, etc.)
Understanding of:
Hands-on experience building and testing motor prototypes
Nice-to-have:
Experience with high torque density motor architectures
Experience designing motors for compact electromechanical systems
Experience integrating motors with robotic or mechatronic systems
Familiarity with motor manufacturing methods and materials
Experience optimizing motors for mass, efficiency, and thermal limits