Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Pickle Robot Company•Boston, MA

39d•$110,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead and scale manufacturing operations for our next-generation robotics platform. You will play a critical role in bridging engineering and manufacturing owning everything from early-stage prototyping to full-scale production. This role will be foundational in scaling our production to meet customer demand About Pickle Robot Pickle Robot is a pioneer in Physical AI for supply chain applications. Today Pickle robots autonomously unload trucks, trailers, and import containers at human-scale or better performance. The alternative is manual work that is difficult, dirty, sometimes dangerous, and increasingly hard to staff at distribution centers around the globe. Pickle Robot is laser focused on automating truck unloading using generative AI, machine learning, computer vision, advanced sensors, and industrial robotics to deliver engineered products customers rely on. Pickle Robot Unload Systems work alongside people on loading docks to make the work safer, faster, and more efficient. Pickle robots are physical AI that unload trucks. Pay at Pickle At Pickle Robot Company, we believe transparency builds trust. The salary range listed here is provided in accordance with Massachusetts law and reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role. We often consider candidates at different levels of seniority, and final compensation will reflect the level at which a candidate is hired, along with factors like experience and location. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
6+ years in manufacturing engineering, in automation, electro-mechanical systems, robotics (preferred)
Expertise supporting both in-house and outsourced manufacturing environments
Strong working knowledge of DFM/DFA, GD&T, tooling, and production line setup
Hands-on experience with pilot builds, ECOs, process validation, and test equipment
Strong cross-functional communication and organizational skills
Proven track record of shipping mission-critical hardware products from concept to deployment
Proficiency with MFG tools such as OnShape, Jira, PLM (Arena preferred), MES (Tulip preferred), Netsuite
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity startup environment.
Ability and willingness to work from our Charlestown, MA, facilities at least three to four days per week
Travel to vendors, or manufacturing partners required

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma certification a plus

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing engineering across the product lifecycle: concept, prototyping, pilot, production ramp, and end-of-life
Serve as the primary voice of manufacturing in design reviews, change management, and product development discussions
Develop and execute scalable strategies for in-house vs. external partner manufacturing
Own process development, tooling design/selection, and equipment readiness for new products.
Define and implement test fixtures, jigs, and quality processes for robotics subassemblies and systems.
Create and maintain manufacturing documentation: work instructions, SOPs, process maps, and visual aids.
Lead pilot builds and pre-production efforts, ensuring processes are locked prior to volume launch
Drive root cause analysis (RCCA), yield improvements, and corrective actions across internal and external builds
Collaborate with internal and external partners on ramp plans, process transfer, and quality standards
Evaluate and develop make-vs-buy recommendations for mechanical/electrical subsystems
Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and DFM/DFA methodologies to reduce cost, waste, and cycle time
Track manufacturing KPIs (yield, throughput, downtime, etc.) and drive measurable improvements
Work closely with Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure designs are robust, cost-efficient, and manufacturable
Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to address quality, lead time, and cost concerns
Provide training and technical support to internal teams and external partners on tools, test equipment, and debug procedures.

Benefits

health, dental, & vision insurance
unlimited vacation, along with all federal and state holidays
401K contributions of 5% your salary
travel supplies, and other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive.

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