Robotics Lab Operations Manager

Insight Global (United States); Redmond; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Robotics Lab Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a robotics research lab with ~10 test stations. You will ensure robots, equipment, lab spaces, and infrastructure run safely and efficiently while coordinating with engineering and IT to resolve issues.

Responsibilities include scheduling, asset tracking, documentation, onboarding, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Operations, Engineering, Robotics, Technical Program Management, or related field
• Experience managing technical labs, prototyping environments, manufacturing spaces, or hardware-focused operations
• Experience coordinating equipment, inventory, logistics, or facility operations
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Basic technical troubleshooting skills, including familiarity with PCs, networking concepts, and hardware systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across engineering, facilities, IT, and operations teams
• Experience developing and maintaining operational processes and documentation

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for a fleet of robotic test stations and supporting lab infrastructure
• Coordinate lab scheduling, equipment utilization, and space management to maximize efficiency
• Track lab assets, inventory, consumables, and equipment maintenance requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for lab logistics and operational readiness
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized lab environment in accordance with company safety standards
• Perform basic technical troubleshooting on robotic stations, workstations, and supporting equipment
• Identify networking, hardware, or infrastructure issues and coordinate with appropriate support teams for resolution
• Manage equipment ordering, vendor coordination, shipment tracking, and receiving processes
• Develop and maintain lab documentation, operating procedures, and inventory records
• Support onboarding of new team members and ensure adherence to lab processes and safety protocols
• Partner with robotics engineers and researchers to ensure experiments can be executed smoothly and efficiently

Skills

Lab management

Technical troubleshooting

Cross-functional coordination

Operations planning

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Operations/Engineering/Robotics/Technical Program Management

Tools

Inventory management tools

Linux basics

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Robotics Lab Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a robotics research lab with ~10 test stations. You will ensure robots, equipment, lab spaces, and infrastructure run safely and efficiently while coordinating with engineering and IT to resolve issues.

Responsibilities include scheduling, asset tracking, documentation, onboarding, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced R&D environment.