Zurich, Switzerland | office | part-time / full-time
 

mimic is an early stage deep tech robotics & AI start-up based in Zurich and supported by leading VCs. We give industry workers a helping hand for tedious manual labour tasks and mitigate labour shortages with a versatile automation platform. Our automation solutions, driven by dexterous robotic hands and cutting edge AI trained on human observations, bring a new level of AI embodiment to the real world.

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We are looking for passionate and talented Electrical Engineers to join our team as full-time interns or part-time working students. In this role, you will focus on enhancing the custom electronics of our robots, particularly on the hardware and low-level software side. You will work closely with the robotics and AI team pushing our hardware to the limit, and gain unique exposure to a fast-paced startup in the quickly evolving generative AI & humanoid robotics space. Working hours are flexible and can easily fit into the schedule of a university student. The initial contract is for 6 months, with the potential for repeated extensions.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom PCBs for humanoid robotic hands.

• Develop low-level control algorithms on a microcontroller.

• Implement an Ethernet based communication protocol between a microcontroller and a host PC.

• Create comprehensive documentation for certification processes.

• Conduct reliability and lifetime testing of your systems.

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Requirements

• Must hold a Swiss work permit or be enrolled as a student in a Swiss university with at least 6 months remaining until graduation

• Proficiency in at least several of the following technical topics:

  • C++ / C / Python

  • PCB design

  • Communication protocols (Ethernet, I2C, SPI, etc.)

  • Actuation, control algorithms, state estimation

  • Power electronics

• Strong academic track record

• High motivation and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Fluent in English

 

Nice to have

• SMD soldering experience

• Mechanical engineering & prototyping expertise (CAD, 3D printing, assembly, etc.)

• Previous experience from internships, research projects, or other relevant work

 

At mimic, you will have the unique opportunity to shape a robotics and AI company from the ground up. With our flat hierarchy, you’ll work directly with the founders and some of the most talented individuals in the robotics field. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to apply, regardless of background, and we are looking forward to you bringing along your knowledge, personal experiences, and fresh perspectives. Together, we can solve some of the greatest challenges in robotics.

 

How to Apply
Please send your application documents, including CV and relevant certificates or references to:

stephan.polinski@mimicrobotics.com