Matthew Torok
About Matthew Torok
Matthew Torok is a Lead Senior Mechanical Engineer at Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation, where he has contributed to the development of innovative mechanical systems. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech.
Current Role at Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation
Matthew Torok serves as the Lead Senior Mechanical Engineer at Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation. He has held this position since 2023 and is based in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area. In this role, he leads the design and development of mechanical systems, focusing on innovative solutions for robotics applications.
Previous Experience at Sarcos
Prior to his current role, Matthew worked as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation from 2022 to 2023. During this time, he successfully developed a first prototype that has been continuously operating for over six months. He also led the design of complex end of arm tooling (EOAT) for baggage handling, which included four active degrees of freedom and six actuators.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Matthew Torok earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at Virginia Tech, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Experience in Engineering
Matthew has a diverse professional background in engineering, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Mechanical Engineer at Kitty Hawk from 2013 to 2015, an Engineer at Southwest Research Institute from 2012 to 2013, and held multiple internships at ExxonMobil and Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Additionally, he worked at Apple as a Sr. Product Design (Mechanical) Engineer from 2017 to 2021.
Contributions to Research and Development
Throughout his career, Matthew has been involved in ideation and intellectual property creation across multiple industries, including solar and aviation. His work has included developing conceptual designs, sizing and selecting actuators and bearings, and performing structural analysis for various projects at Sarcos.