Boston Dynamics
Mechanical Engineer, Atlas Hardware Co-Op
Waltham Office (POST) · Internship · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Education
- Working toward a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or similar.
- Visa sponsorship
- Not able to sponsor visas for this position.
About the job
Designs, builds, tests, and supports mechanical hardware for Atlas, Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot.
What you'll do
- Design, build, and test prototypes; plan and perform verification and validation testing.
- Design and release parts and assemblies using Catia CAD; maintain bills of material and detailed drawings.
- Troubleshoot issues, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions for existing products.
What they ask for
- Demonstrated passion for robotics and mechanical design.
- Experience with 3D CAD tools such as CATIA, Solidworks, or Onshape.
- Hands-on ability and willingness to build, assemble, and troubleshoot.
- Working toward a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a similar field; strong writing skills.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Python, LabView, MATLAB, or similar; familiarity with FEA/CFD tools.
- Experience designing for manufacturing, ASME drafting standards/GD&T, or systems with sensors, actuators, and mechanisms.
Pay
$30-$35/ hour (USD, hourly pay)
Tools
Catia, CATIA, Solidworks, Onshape, Python, LabView, MATLAB
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