Mechatronics Research Engineer - Special Projects (Robotics)
Santa Clara, CA, USA
USD 150,400-277,600 / year + Equity
Posted on Jul 12, 2026
We are seeking research scientists and engineers with strong backgrounds across mechatronics, controls, haptics, robotics, simulation, and machine learning to drive breakthrough innovations in intelligent robotic systems. This position requires a hands-on approach, integrating software and hardware solutions to push the boundaries of perception, control, and intelligence. You will work alongside world-class researchers and engineers, contributing to technologies that power the Apple ecosystem.
We are a team of best-in-the-world research scientists and engineers with deep experience in computer vision, machine learning, robotics, haptics, and related areas. We work on exciting new technologies that bring joy to millions of people. In our daily work, the team stays innovative, productive, and fun by sharing some key values: Passion for the mission: We’re here to make something extraordinary. We seek whatever work is right and strive for the best possible results. Modesty: The right answer is more significant than being right. We search for solutions as a team and value clear-eyed feedback. Lean habits: You can’t grow without limits. Time constraints and big goals encourage us to sharpen our focus and learn to make phenomenal decisions.
- Develop and evaluate novel sensing, actuation, and control technologies for robotic systems.
- Design, prototype, and validate systems.
- Develop algorithms for estimation, control, and systems optimization.
- Create experimental platforms, test methods, and performance benchmarks.
- Build simulation models to support system design and validation.
- Integrate hardware, software, and controls into functional prototypes.
- Collaborate across disciplines to advance human-machine interaction capabilities.
- 3+ years of relevant experience developing electromechanical, robotic, tactile, or haptic systems.
- Experience with sensing, actuation, controls, or system integration in robotics.
- Experience designing and executing experimental validation activities.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Advanced degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Controls, or a related field.
- Experience with tactile sensing or haptics in robotic systems.
- Experience with tactile sensor design, characterization, or signal processing.
- Experience with a wide range of actuation technologies.
- Experience bringing complex hardware-software systems from prototype to production.