Control Engineer (Low-level) – Vancouver Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. About The Role
We are looking for a Senior Control Engineer to join our Control Team in Vancouver , focusing on low-level control development for robotic actuation systems. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and validating joint- and actuator-level controllers that deliver high precision, responsiveness, and safety for complex robotic mechanisms. The ideal candidate has a solid background in control theory, experience with BLDC motor control, and strong software engineering skills in C++. You will work closely with other control and hardware engineers to model, tune, and optimize the behavior of real robots and their subsystems (i.e. limbs and end-effectors). What You’ll Do Low-level Control Development Design, tune, and implement actuator-level control loops for BLDC motors. Develop and validate joint-space control loops such as impedance, admittance for multi-DoF systems in ROS2 / ROS2 Control Work with embedded and communication layers (e.g., EtherCAT, CAN) to ensure deterministic timing and safety. Apply modern control theory (PID, feedforward, observers, and state feedback) to achieve stability, performance, and robustness. Implement safety and fault-handling mechanisms to ensure reliable operation under dynamic conditions. Mechanism Modeling & System Identification Build accurate models of actuators, transmissions, and mechanisms to support control design and simulation. Perform system identification and parameter estimation to improve model fidelity and controller performance. Analyze system behavior using both analytical and experimental methods to refine controller design. Software Development & Integration Develop high-performance C++ code for real-time control and diagnostics. Develop robotic applications in ROS2 Control Work closely with other control layers to ensure seamless integration between low-level and mid-level control systems. Contribute to real-time frameworks and infrastructure for deployment and testing of control algorithms. Collaboration & Cross-Disciplinary Work Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, and control engineers across sites to define and validate actuation system requirements. Participate in hardware bring-up, calibration, and performance testing on physical systems. Support the integration of new actuators and sensor configurations into the control stack. What We’re Looking For M.S. or Ph.D. in Control Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in control system design and implementation for robotic or mechatronic systems. Strong foundation in control theory (linear and nonlinear control, system stability, observers, and state estimation). Proven experience with BLDC motor control, including commutation, current control, and torque optimization. Proficiency in ROS2 Control and C++ for real-time or embedded control software. Experience in modeling and simulation of dynamic systems. Track record of hands-on controller tuning and validation on hardware. Nice to Have Experience with multi-DoF robotic systems or robotic hands and manipulators. Familiarity with system identification tools and simulation environments (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, MuJoCo, Gazebo). Experience with real-time communication protocols (CAN, EtherCAT) and RTOS environments. Knowledge of sensing and calibration techniques (encoders, torque sensors, current sensors). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on control stability and performance. What We Offer Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws Private Insurance plan Travel opportunities to our London and Boston offices Office perks: free lunches Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy. How to Apply Does this role sound like the perfect fit for you? Fill in the form and include links or files that showcase the best of what you’ve built and achieved. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mechanical Design Engineer – Robotic Hand (Vancouver) Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next‑gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. About The Role We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop advanced humanoid robots. The ideal candidate will have expertise in mechanical design, system integration, and GD&T based on ASME Y14.5, along with experience in optimizing robotic systems for performance and manufacturability. What You’ll Do Develop components for humanoid robots (e.g., frames, actuators, joints) using CAD software, applying GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5) to ensure precision and manufacturability. Design robotic linkages and mechanisms with a focus on efficient motion and performance optimization. Choose materials and manufacturing methods that balance strength, weight, and cost, ensuring feasibility and reliability. Lead the prototyping phase, utilizing tools like 3D printing and CNC machining to validate designs. Work with electrical engineers and software developers to integrate mechanical components into robotic systems. Ensure designs meet safety standards, conducting risk assessments and applying necessary safety features. Perform mechanical testing to verify design performance and durability. Produce detailed technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and BOMs, adhering to GD&T principles. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to achieve project goals. We’re Looking For Strong background in mechanical design, statics, dynamics, and material science. Skilled in CAD tools (SolidWorks), with the ability to apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to designs. Familiarity with manufacturing methods like CNC machining, 3D printing, and injection molding. Hands‑on experience building and testing prototypes. Understanding of safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218) and risk assessment. Strong analytical skills to tackle complex engineering challenges. Clear verbal and written communication for effective teamwork. What We Offer Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan. Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws. Travel opportunities to our London and Boston offices. Office perks: free lunches. Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives. Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics. Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy. How to Apply Does this role sound like the perfect fit for you? Fill in the form and include links or files that showcase the best of what you’ve built and achieved. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading robotics firm in Vancouver is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop advanced humanoid robots. The ideal candidate should possess strong mechanical design skills and expertise with CAD software. This role involves developing components, leading prototyping efforts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for collaboration with top engineers in the field.
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Electrical Engineer – Robotic Hand/Gripper Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next‑gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. Our Mission At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity. Vision In a world where artificial intelligence opens up new horizons, our faith in its potential unveils a new outlook where, together, humans and machines build a new future filled with knowledge, inspiration, and incredible discoveries. The development of a functional humanoid robot underpins an era of abundance and well‑being where poverty will disappear, and people will be able to choose what they want to do. We believe that providing a universal basic income will eventually be a true evolution of our civilization. Solution As the demands on our built environment rise, labour shortages loom. With the world’s workforce increasingly moving away from undesirable tasks, the manufacturing, construction, and logistics industries critical to our daily lives are left exposed. By deploying our general‑purpose humanoid robots in environments deemed hazardous or monotonous, we envision a future where human well‑being is safeguarded while closing the gaps in critical global labour needs. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team developing the next generation of robotic hand technologies in Vancouver, Canada. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and integrating the electrical systems that enable dexterous, precise, and reliable robotic hand operation. From high‑performance sensor arrays and compact motor control to power management and embedded systems, your contributions will directly impact the performance and capabilities of our robotic hand solutions across industrial, medical, and service applications. What You'll Do Design and develop electrical systems that power and control robotic hands, including miniature BLDC, servo, and tendon‑driven actuators, along with haptic feedback mechanisms. Develop high‑fidelity sensor interfaces for tactile arrays, force‑torque sensors, encoders, and proximity sensors to enable fine manipulation and adaptive grasping. Apply strong circuit analysis fundamentals to review electrical designs, conduct failure analysis, and troubleshoot complex electronics, with an emphasis on high‑reliability in robotic manipulation systems. Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using Altium, ensuring designs meet stringent performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards, including EMI/EMC compliance for sensitive robotic hand applications. Write embedded firmware in C and HDL to program STM32 microcontrollers, NXP SoCs, and Xilinx FPGAs, supporting real‑time control loops, sensor data acquisition, and communication protocols. Implement communication protocols optimized for robotic hands, including EtherCAT, CANopen, SPI, and I2C, ensuring deterministic, low‑latency, and fault‑tolerant operation. Develop and manage power regulation and distribution systems tailored to the compact form factor of robotic hands, including switching power supplies, battery management systems (BMS), and short‑circuit protection. Perform hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing, system validation, and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, and spectrum analyzers. Collaborate with mechanical engineers and software developers to achieve seamless electrical‑mechanical integration, including sensor alignment, joint calibration, and thermal management. Ensure designs comply with relevant safety standards and certifications (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849, UL/CE) for safety‑critical robotic hand applications in industrial and healthcare environments. We're Looking For We are looking for talented candidates with a solid foundation in electrical engineering and experience in precision mechatronic or robotic systems . While you don’t need experience in all areas, expertise in the following will be valuable: BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field. Proven experience in precision actuator driver design, specifically for miniature BLDC motors, servo motors, or tendon‑driven actuators used in robotic hands or prosthetic devices. Proficiency in high‑speed data communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CANopen, SPI, and I2C, optimized for real‑time sensor‑actuator communication. Experience developing power regulation and distribution systems, including short‑circuit protection, switching regulators, and efficient power management systems for compact electromechanical devices. Strong experience with PCB design tools such as Altium, focusing on high‑density, multi‑layer PCB layouts and design for manufacturing (DFM). Embedded programming experience in C, HDL, Verilog, and VHDL for STM32, NXP, and Xilinx platforms. Working knowledge of circuit simulation, signal integrity analysis, and EMC/EMI mitigation strategies. Hands‑on experience using Python, C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for automated testing, data analysis, and hardware validation. Experience integrating tactile sensors, force‑torque sensors, and position encoders for dexterous manipulation tasks. Familiarity with Linux kernel development, including device driver development and real‑time patches, is a strong plus. Understanding of robotics safety standards and experience designing safety‑rated control systems (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849) is highly desirable. Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar mechanical CAD tools for collaboration on electrical‑mechanical interfaces. What You’ll Work On Dexterous robotic hands with multi‑fingered actuation , adaptive gripping , and tactile sensing , targeting industrial automation , medical prosthetics , and collaborative robotics applications. Precision control systems leveraging miniature BLDC/servo motors , tendon‑based actuation , and haptic feedback loops to deliver human‑like dexterity and manipulation capabilities . Advanced sensor integration and real‑time embedded systems enabling responsive , safe , and adaptive robotic hand performance in dynamic environments. What We Offer Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws Private Health Insurance Travel opportunities to our London and Boston offices Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Industries Robotics Engineering and Robot Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Humanoid by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Electrical Engineer” roles. Richmond, British Columbia, Canada – 2 weeks ago Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada – CA$85,000.00-CA$110,000.00 – 5 months ago Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada – CA$90,000.00-CA$120,000.00 – 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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A pioneering robotics firm in Vancouver is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer to design and develop innovative robotic hand technologies. You will work on integrating complex electrical systems to enhance dexterous manipulation and performance in various applications, from industrial to healthcare. Ideal candidates have a strong background in electrical engineering and mechatronics, along with experience in robotics and embedded systems. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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Electrical Engineer – Robotic Hand/Gripper (Vancouver) Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next‑gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. We are looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team based in Vancouver, CA. About The Role We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team developing the next generation of robotic hand technologies. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and integrating the electrical systems that enable dexterous, precise, and reliable robotic hand operation. From high‑performance sensor arrays and compact motor control to power management and embedded systems, your contributions will directly impact the performance and capabilities of our robotic hand solutions across industrial, medical, and service applications. What You’ll Do Design and develop electrical systems that power and control robotic hands, including miniature BLDC, servo, and tendon‑driven actuators, along with haptic feedback mechanisms. Develop high‑fidelity sensor interfaces for tactile arrays, force‑torque sensors, encoders, and proximity sensors to enable fine manipulation and adaptive grasping. Apply strong circuit analysis fundamentals to review electrical designs, conduct failure analysis, and troubleshoot complex electronics, with an emphasis on high‑reliability in robotic manipulation systems. Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using Altium, ensuring designs meet stringent performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards, including EMI/EMC compliance for sensitive robotic hand applications. Write embedded firmware in C and HDL to program STM32 microcontrollers, NXP SoCs, and Xilinx FPGAs, supporting real‑time control loops, sensor data acquisition, and communication protocols. Implement communication protocols optimized for robotic hands, including EtherCAT, CANopen, SPI, and I2C, ensuring deterministic, low‑latency, and fault‑tolerant operation. Develop and manage power regulation and distribution systems tailored to the compact form factor of robotic hands, including switching power supplies, battery management systems (BMS), and short‑circuit protection. Perform hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing, system validation, and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, and spectrum analyzers. Collaborate with mechanical engineers and software developers to achieve seamless electrical‑mechanical integration, including sensor alignment, joint calibration, and thermal management. Ensure designs comply with relevant safety standards and certifications (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849, UL/CE) for safety‑critical robotic hand applications in industrial and healthcare environments. We’re Looking For BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field. Proven experience in precision actuator driver design, specifically for miniature BLDC motors, servo motors, or tendon‑driven actuators used in robotic hands or prosthetic devices. Proficiency in high‑speed data communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CANopen, SPI, and I2C, optimized for real‑time sensor‑actuator communication. Experience developing power regulation and distribution systems, including short‑circuit protection, switching regulators, and efficient power management systems for compact electromechanical devices. Strong experience with PCB design tools such as Altium, focusing on high‑density, multi‑layer PCB layouts and design for manufacturing (DFM). Embedded programming experience in C, HDL, Verilog, and VHDL for STM32, NXP, and Xilinx platforms. Working knowledge of circuit simulation, signal integrity analysis, and EMC/EMI mitigation strategies. Hands‑on experience using Python, C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for automated testing, data analysis, and hardware validation. Experience integrating tactile sensors, force‑torque sensors, and position encoders for dexterous manipulation tasks. Familiarity with Linux kernel development, including device driver development and real‑time patches, is a strong plus. Understanding of robotics safety standards and experience designing safety‑rated control systems (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849) is highly desirable. Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar mechanical CAD tools for collaboration on electrical‑mechanical interfaces. What You’ll Work On Dexterous robotic hands with multi‑fingered actuation, adaptive gripping, and tactile sensing, targeting industrial automation, medical prosthetics, and collaborative robotics applications. Precision control systems leveraging miniature BLDC/servo motors, tendon‑based actuation, and haptic feedback loops to deliver human‑like dexterity and manipulation capabilities. Advanced sensor integration and real‑time embedded systems enabling responsive, safe, and adaptive robotic hand performance in dynamic environments. What We Offer Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws Travel opportunities to our London and Boston offices Office perks: free lunches Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy. How to Apply Does this role sound like the perfect fit for you? Fill in the form and include links or files that showcase the best of what you’ve built and achieved. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Humanoid by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A pioneering robotics and AI company in Vancouver seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and develop advanced electrical systems for robotic hands. Responsibilities include creating detailed PCB layouts, developing embedded firmware, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, experience with actuator designs, and proficiency in high-speed communication protocols. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
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