Lead Hardware Engineer
Core
Design and lead the development of core robotics subsystems (e.g., pile-driving, racking placement) for off-grid solar and storage campuses powering AI data centers.
Role type
Lead Hardware Engineer (Mechatronics/Robotics)
Builds
Field-hardened robotics subsystems for heavy construction and energy infrastructure
Domain
Renewable energy infrastructure / Industrial robotics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Mechatronics, mechanical engineering, motion control, ruggedized system design, BOM management, supplier relationship management, technical leadership, system architecture (mechanical/electrical/controls/sensors)
Preferred skills
Energy sector experience, industrial automation, regulatory/certification knowledge, high-growth startup background
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Own technical design and execution roadmap for a robotics subsystem, lead day-to-day direction for a small hardware team, drive subsystem from prototype to production, make system architecture decisions for field environments, manage BOM and supplier relationships, visit field sites to close the loop on design fixes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership