We will consider remote candidates for this position.

Our client is a cutting-edge Series A company focused on revolutionizing a traditionally labor-intensive process using robotics. They are a team of experienced professionals in their vertical market with deep relationships and a distribution network across the U.S. They have strategic backing from long-term capital and the support to build something truly amazing.

They are looking for an experienced Robotic Solutions Architect to lead their robotics and engineering workstreams and to own third-party research and development oversight. You will report directly to the co-founders and join a team of dedicated, supportive, and enthusiastic people who are passionate about innovating in ways that can transform an industry.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a large-scale robotic system from concept through multiple prototype builds to deliver a verified MVP design.
• Be a hands-on leader; mentor the team including third-party developers and own day-to-day design decisions
• Key contributor to the design/analysis/build/test of our core robotic systems
• Own/execute mechanical design on key subsystems.
• Lead complex design, analysis, tradeoff, and test activities
• Serve as Lead Systems Engineer; ensure system designs meet established requirements through rigorous verification testing.
• Implement design tools and methods to ensure reliability and safety are an integral part of the design.
• Ensure the development team follows regimented development processes, utilizing robust change control processes across hardware and software systems.
• Work with external and internal personnel to develop manufacturing, production, installation, and service documentation and test procedures.
• Work with the chief robotics advisor to set key design principles and approaches
• Develop risk assessments with 3rd party providers and track risks. Raise any issues or risks to the leadership team to be addressed in a timely manner. Develop risk mitigations to keep the project on track.
• Work with development teams to develop solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Provide weekly executive updates and participate in stakeholder meetings
• Own and manage the project scope, schedule, and budget from concept to production sustaining development.
• Travel to visit key suppliers, investors, and design partners as needed
• Participate in fundraising activities/pitches
• Support developing company culture and standard processes

Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Robotics; MS preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years in product design and development of robotic and/or mechatronic systems.
• Demonstrated experience transitioning several complex electromechanical products from early concept into production.
• Experience defining engineering requirements and hardware architecture for complex systems.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and demonstrated experience applying them to robotics, automation, and/or mechatronic system development.
• Strong system design experience across mechanical, electrical, software, controls, and vision domains.
• 5+ years leading teams on complex projects serving as both an individual contributor and a technical project lead.
• Hands-on project management experience with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong written and oral communication skills across interdisciplinary teams and reporting to executive stakeholders.
• Ability to work with global teams in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and developing/managing complex supply chains.
• Knowledge of and experience with design tools such as FMEA, HAZID, and risk management.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and preparing engineering documentation per ASME Y14.5 for production release.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes (e.g. ANSI/RIA R15.06, SEMI S8, CE/CSA)
• Previous startup experience a plus

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