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Work Location: Zurich

Starting date: As soon as possible

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Your Role

As a Robotics Hardware Engineer specializing in robotics, you will occupy a pivotal role in the development and design of our future robotic systems. Your work will define the quality and appeal of our products. Armed with your innovative spirit and industrial experience, you will introduce fresh ideas and novel approaches to the evolution of underwater robotic systems. Your affiliation with mechanical engineering positions you as a key driver in the enhancement and advancement of robotic functionalities. You will work hand in hand with our R&D team, decisively pushing pioneering ideas and making them a reality.

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In this role you are responsible for the following tasks:

• Design and Engineering: Be the leading force for the design and engineering of our robots and various hardware modules within our product portfolio.
• Iterative Improvements: Engaging with the hardware and bringing up ideas for improvement enhancing usability and manufacturability.
• Production: Manufacturing, testing and preparation for shipping our robots and subsystems.
• Product Documentation: Crafting essential product documentation, including assembly and user manuals, to aid end-users and internal processes.
• Hardware Maintenance: Undertaking maintenance, repairs, and comprehensive testing to ensure performance.
• Testing: Conducting internal testing, providing essential feedback for refinement.

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Your Profile

This role requires:

• Extensive experience with CAD software and expertise in mechanical design
• Hands-on Engineering Expertise: A solid background in hands-on engineering with a focus on product development, validation, and testing.
• Production: Knowledge of manufacturing processes for CNC milling, rapid prototyping and assembly.
• Sensor Integration: Proficiency in integrating and testing new hardware. Designing tests, performing them, and critically assessing results.
• Collaborative Spirit: A team player who thrives in the fast-paced environment of a startup company.
• Independence: The ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results.
• Pragmatism: A pragmatic work attitude, capable of making practical, solution-oriented decisions.
• A minimum of 1 year of industrial experience with a proven track record in hardware engineering.

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Bonus points if you bring:

• Siemens NX CAD: Experience with Siemens NX CAD software.
• PLM: Experience with Product-Lifecycle-Management solutions.
• FEA: Finite element analysis to assess and optimize pressure tanks.
• Design-to-Cost: Knowledge of design-to-cost and productivity optimization methods to enhance efficiency.

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We Offer

• An early seat on the boat that brings modern robotics into the underwater industry  

• Opportunity to develop your professional career and grow with the company  

• A competitive compensation package  

• A modern office in the center of Zurich  

• Benefits as an ETH Zurich employee  

• A young, dynamic team, packed with excellence and drive

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We value diversity:

Tethys Robotics encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all are respected.

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Curious? So Are We!

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of reference / work certificates

• Education certificates

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Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal by ETH Zurich (Link below). Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

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