Robotics Engineering Manager: Systems & Applications

As a Robotics Engineering Manager at GrayMatter Robotics, you will lead the Systems & Applications team in developing and deploying robotic systems for surface treatment applications. Your role will involve overseeing the entire lifecycle of engineering projects, providing technical leadership, and ensuring high-quality standards. You will manage multiple teams of engineers, allocate resources, and prioritize projects to ensure timely delivery. Additionally, you will collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand their needs, promote the adoption of robotic systems, and ensure customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will also include driving continuous improvement initiatives and providing training and support to customers.

Manage multiple teams of engineers and provide technical leadership and expertise to drive the growth and success of the team.

Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify training and development needs to build a highly skilled and motivated engineering team.

Manage resource allocation, workload distribution, and project prioritization to ensure timely and successful project deliveries.

Oversee the entire engineering project lifecycle, from concept and design to development, testing, and deployment, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Develop and maintain engineering best practices, processes and standards to ensure efficient and effective project execution.

Proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design & development, software engineering, project management, and sales team.

Develop and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize engineering processes, enhance product performance, and streamline development cycles.

Collaborate with external customers and stakeholders to understand their needs, address technical challenges, and ensure customer satisfaction with delivered solutions.

Develop strategies to promote the adoption of robotic systems among customers, highlighting the benefits, cost-effectiveness, and increased efficiency.

Collaborate with the sales team to prepare proposals and conduct product demonstrations.

Gather customer feedback and analyze market trends to identify areas for improvement and innovation in robotic system offerings.

Oversee the activation and integration of robotic systems at customer sites, working closely with the implementation team.

Coordinate system testing, calibration, and troubleshooting activities to ensure optimal system performance and reliability.

Provide training and support to customers, enabling them to effectively use the robotic systems.

• BS/MS in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, etc. or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership, overseeing engineering teams and successfully delivering projects on time
• 10+ years of experience in cyber-physical systems, manufacturing automation, or similar
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team, build collaborative relationships, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with quickly changing priorities
• Must secure work authorization in the United States and maintain ongoing work authorization beginning at the time of hire through the entirety of employment
• Basic programming skills (preferred)

• Base salary range of $135,000 - $160,000 USD plus equity
• Comprehensive benefits and perks
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) plan + employer match
• Regular offsite events
• Discretionary fund for enhancing productivity
• Equal employment opportunities
• Prohibition of discrimination and harassment
• Inclusive environment for all employees
• Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities