Lead Prototype Engineer
Core
Lead a team of prototype engineers and technicians while performing hands-on electrical integration, bring-up, and root-cause analysis for advanced humanoid robotic platforms.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Prototype Engineer (Electrical)
Builds
HMND-01 humanoid robot prototypes and test infrastructure
Domain
Robotics / Humanoid Robots / Electrical Engineering
Required skills
electrical engineering, rapid prototyping, debugging custom hardware, low-voltage power systems, mixed-signal circuits, motor drives, sensor integration, PCB layout, schematic reading, bench instrumentation, team leadership, failure analysis
Preferred skills
mechanical prototyping, automated test tools, scaling prototyping teams, manufacturability design
Technologies
oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, PCBs, wiring harnesses, cable assemblies
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of prototype engineers and technicians; drive troubleshooting and resolution of complex electrical issues in prototype robots; own electrical bring-up of new prototype builds including power distribution and actuator electronics; design and iterate on cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, and test jigs; define and enforce test procedures and repair runbooks; manage lab planning, resource allocation, and tooling; identify and drive continuous improvement in processes to reduce downtime and improve yield.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management