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Neuralink

Electrical Engineer, Robotics

Austin, TX · On-site

$105K - $175K/yr

In addition to research and development of modern surgical technology, we also are responsible for ... As an Electrical Engineer on the Surgery & Robot Hardware Team, you will be expected to design ...

B Capital

Staff Mechanical Engineer (R&D)

Austin, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Staff Mechanical Engineer -- R&D Lead rapid prototype development of mechanical systems for Apollo ... Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting ...

webAI Inc

Staff R&D AI Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Stay current with latest research in VLA models, multimodal AI, and robotics to drive innovation ... Strong programming skills in Python with experience in distributed training and model optimization

Lam Research

Product Support Engineer 3

Austin, TX · Hybrid

Wafer Handling / Robotics experience required. Acquires and apply engineering theories, methods, and research techniques in the investigation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical problems.

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How much do robotics research engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for robotics research engineer in Austin, TX is $104,652.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,700.00 and $125,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a robotics research engineer do?

A Robotics Research Engineer designs, develops, and tests robotic systems by integrating hardware and software for automation and intelligent behavior. They conduct research to improve robotic capabilities in areas such as perception, control, and machine learning. Their work involves programming, simulation, and experimentation to enhance robot performance for applications in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and space exploration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a robotics research engineer?

To thrive as a Robotics Research Engineer, you need strong knowledge in robotics, control systems, programming (such as C++ or Python), and a relevant degree in engineering or computer science. Experience with simulation tools (like ROS or Gazebo), machine learning frameworks, and sometimes certifications in robotics or AI are valuable assets. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective technical communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills are essential for innovating, troubleshooting, and successfully collaborating on complex robotic projects.

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Infographic showing various Robotics Research Engineer job openings in Austin, TX as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,652 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

Electrical Engineer, Robotics

Neuralink

Austin, TX • On-site

$105K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

About Neuralink:
We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
Team Description:
The Surgery & Robotics Hardware Team is looking for Electrical Engineers who want to advance the future of healthcare solutions with technology. At Neuralink we recognize that increasing healthcare costs, lack of access, and insufficient numbers of neurosurgeons globally require new approaches to enable greater access to our devices. To address these challenges we design fully autonomous robotics systems, human assistive surgical tools, and design entire surgical suites in order to provide better experiences for our customers.
Our team works on our surgical robot system which aims to fully automate the implantation of the Neuralink implant. We design and integrate multi-axis robotic arms, perception systems including custom imaging hardware, optical coherence tomography tissue imaging, power electronics, and safety systems such as 3D spatial mapping/object avoidance sensors. Robotics is part of a larger system of tools we work on. For example, using pre-op MRI scans we generate patient anatomy data that we later use in surgery to register precise surgery site locations.
In addition to research and development of modern surgical technology, we also are responsible for bringing these technologies to market. We perform full lifecycle testing for all devices we design and ultimately manufacture them for use in human surgeries. To date, our designs have served over 20 individuals, and in the coming years our designs will serve thousands of individuals who wish to use our implant technology.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
As an Electrical Engineer on the Surgery & Robot Hardware Team, you will be expected to design, verify, and oversee the transition to production of a variety of custom electronics systems. This role offers substantial autonomy and the exciting opportunity to own creative decisions and execute on new, impactful projects such as robotics stage designs, motor drives and controls, custom camera designs, manufacturing automation, and the firmware that enables all of these devices.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
  • Professional experience delivering on all phases of electronics design (requirements, part selection, schematic, layout, manufacturing, test)
  • Demonstrated depth in at least one of the following:
    • Power electronics: experience designing custom power conversion, distribution, eFusing, and battery management systems in the low-to-medium (1W-2kW) range
    • FPGA hardware design for time sensitive systems such as image processing, high-speed data acquisition, or real time networking. Professional experience in FPGA selection, RTL development, digital signal processing theory and techniques, and hardware design to interface high speed physical layer devices via PCIe, MIPI, SLVS-ec, LVDS, etc
    • Test automation design: professional experience architecting and implementing manufacturing automation solutions for products that currently ship at the scale of 1000's+
  • Practical electronics design knowledge including designing for EMC, ESD, thermals and packaging

Preferred Qualifications:
  • A portfolio showcasing your hardware designs
  • Demonstrable experience developing electronics for safety critical systems such as medical devices, aerospace, automotive, or military
  • Demonstrable experience shipping code in one of the following languages: C, C++, Python, or Rust
  • Altium experience

Expected Compensation:
The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees' success with the company's long-term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.
Base Salary Range:
$105,000-$175,500 USD
What We Offer:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
  • An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
  • Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Commuter benefits
  • Meals provided
  • Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
  • Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

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