Senior Prototype Engineer

Senior Prototype Engineer Here at Humanoid, we believe in a future where robots amplify human potential. That’s why we’ve set out on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. We’re bringing that mission to life with HMND‑01 Alpha - our rapidly developed humanoid platform now running in real industrial pilots - and we’re growing the team to take it even further. ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a Senior Robotics Prototype Engineer to join our Core Platform team based in Boston. This is a hands-on role where you will rapidly iterate, assemble, diagnose, and evolve advanced robotic platforms for real-world use. WHAT YOU’LL DO - Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex electrical issues in prototype humanoid robots, including operational and in-development systems; perform detailed failure analysis and share learnings with hardware/software engineering teams. - Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineers on prototype design, assembly, and bring-up, especially high-density electromechanical integrations. - Create, maintain, and execute clear test procedures, troubleshooting guides, and repair runbooks for the prototyping lab to ensure high standards and rapid iteration cycles. - Design, document, and iterate on cable assemblies, test jigs, and harnesses optimized for repeated use on dynamic robotic platforms. - Identify and own opportunities for continuous process and product improvement—minimizing downtime and improving test/repair efficiency. - Contribute to robust feedback loops across design, build, and test, driving first-pass yield and manufacturability. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Demonstrated experience in rapid physical prototyping, hands-on debug of custom hardware, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems in robotics or similar domains. - Working knowledge of low-voltage and mixed-signal circuits, connectors, sensors, and compact electromechanical systems. - Track record communicating concisely via documentation—procedures, test plans, diagnostics, and lessons learned. - Adept collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering boundaries to solve urgent, ambiguous issues. - Comfortable in a high-velocity, high-ambiguity startup setting where priorities shift fast. - Experience designing for manufacturability and reliability in the context of human-sized or mobile robotics is a plus. - Familiarity with automated test and diagnostic tools used in modern hardware labs. WHAT WE OFFER - Comprehensive health coverage for US‑based employees, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, with virtual care and employee assistance resources. - Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of PTO (accrued), separate sick leave, and paid company holidays. - 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. - Equity included–we believe builders should share in what they build. - Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in‑office. - Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics. - Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives. For this role in Massachusetts, the expected base salary range is $115K–$160K USD per year; your placement in that range depends on how your experience maps to our internal leveling.