Senior Engineering Manager - Robot Chassis

Senior Engineering Manager – Robot Chassis
Hybrid, Austin
C170-200k base Salary + Excellent Benefits
  
Our client, a leading Austin-based technology company is looking for an experienced and senior Engineering Manager to lead a team of Mechanical Design Engineers working on Humanoid development. This permanent role offers a hybrid work schedule with an immediate start.
  
Senior Engineering Manager responsibilities:  

• Lead the overall design, development, and verification of the robot chassis, ensuring all technical documentation and testing meet required standards.
• Manage and guide a team of Mechanical Design Engineers focused on advancing humanoid robot technology.
• Organize and maintain best practices, creating standardized processes to streamline development.
• Develop and integrate innovative processes to enhance team efficiency and output.
• Collaborate with Lead Engineers to allocate resources and balance team workloads for optimal project execution.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to team members, promoting growth and skill development.
• Play a key role in building a world-class robotics team by recruiting, coaching, and fostering a culture rooted in Creativity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Curiosity.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Actuation, Electrical, Systems, and Software, to develop cutting-edge robotic systems.

Senior Engineering Manager requirements:  

• Humanoid / Robotics / AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robotics) or EVs (Electric Vehicles) experience.
• Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals with advanced CAD skills (SolidWorks, Creo) and expertise in kinematics, structural design, and electromechanical systems.
• Proficient in designing for manufacturing processes (CNC machining, 3D printing, Sheet Metal, Die Casting, Injection Molding) with a focus on precision and detail.
• Expertise in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFM/A).
• Skilled in finite element analysis and reporting, with experience in certification and product deployment.
• Familiar with revision control systems, failure analysis, and root cause investigation.
• Strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal, for clear and effective teamwork.
• Proven leadership and management of engineering, hardware and robotics teams
• Robotic system development or related industries (AV, Automotive or Aerospace). ARM Robotics, Pick & Place type robot mechanisms
• Fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, while mentoring and guiding team members.
• Passionate, detail-oriented, and hands-on, ideal for creative problem solvers and tinkerers
• Experience with the likes of Structural Robotics Hardware, Thermal, Packaging and Battery Designs
• Start-up / scale-up experience.
• Product development – idea to launch or high volume production.

Senior Engineering Manager rewards:  

• 170-200k base salary
• Hybrid working (WFH 2 days per week)
• Generous PTO
• Excellent benefits

Certus Recruitment Group is a well-established and experienced specialist consultancy providing sales, marketing, and IT recruitment services. We serve the technology sector across North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia.
  
If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!