Lab Manager - Mechanical, Audio, & Optical
About The Position
Sesame AI is building deeply integrated hardware + AI products and is seeking a hands-on Lab Manager to lead and scale our hardware development environment. This role owns the day-to-day operations of the lab including prototyping equipment operation, equipment uptime, inventory management, safety, vendor coordination, and build logistics enabling engineers to move quickly and efficiently. You’ll work closely with mechanical, audio, vision, and manufacturing teams to support rapid prototyping, bring-up, testing, and early production builds. The ideal candidate thrives in high-ambiguity startup environments, brings strong operational discipline, and enjoys building systems that scale alongside the company.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in consumer electronics or related
- On-site role that support hands-on engineering and real-time needs
- Understanding of mechanical drawings
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Safety conscious, dependable, and positive attitude
- Ability and interest to solve problems outside of your expertise
Nice To Haves
- Previous startup experience
Responsibilities
- Engage and manage fabrication metal/plastic parts for prototypes
- Manage lab space, equipment, supplies, and inventory
- Keep EE/ME labs fully operational, organized, and ready for daily engineering use.
- Own lab equipment uptime and consumables, proactively preventing downtime on high-use tools.
- Operate and post-process 3D prints (FDM/resin)
- Partner with Facilities and vendors to build, expand, and maintain engineering lab spaces.
- Execute lab work with an understanding of engineering intent and downstream impact.
- Serve as a responsive point of contact via Slack/email, escalating issues as needed.
- Attend meetings and vendor interactions with professionalism, punctuality, and follow-through.
- Continuously improve lab workflows based on feedback and hands-on experience
Benefits
- 401k matching
- 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits
- Unlimited PTO and sick time
- Flexible spending account matching (medical FSA)
- Benefits do not apply to contingent/contract workers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
