Robotics Deployment & Operations Lead

HCLTech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech seeks a hands-on Operations Lead for our Kings Cross lab to support growing robotics operations. You will plan, coordinate, and physically rollout new robotic platforms, organize the workspace, and align with engineers to meet infrastructure needs.

The role emphasizes start-up pace, strong communication, and a practical, safety-focused approach. On-site, full-time position with collaborative cross-site work across the US as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in hardware robotics deployment or operations.
• Experience in fast-paced start-up or R&D environment.
• Program management across operations and workshop safety.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Rollouts: Lead planning, coordination, and physical deployment of robotic platforms.
• Logistics Management: Coordinate vendor deliveries, unboxing, and setup with minimal workspace disruption.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Work with engineers to ensure floor plans and infrastructure are in place before arrival.
• Requirement Tracking: Document all operational and technical requirements for each platform.
• Space Readiness: Maintain a world-class, organized, and safety-compliant lab space.
• Workshop Operations: Ensure the workshop is organized, safe, and functional for research.
• Strategic Improvements: Identify bottlenecks and improve deployment efficiency, safety and uptime.
• Global Alignment: Coordinate with other sites to ensure data alignment.

Skills

Self-starter

Hands-on

Strong communication

Program management

Logistics coordination

Google Workspace

Workshop safety

Tools

Google Docs/Sheets

Job description

HCLTech seeks a hands-on Operations Lead for our Kings Cross lab to support growing robotics operations. You will plan, coordinate, and physically rollout new robotic platforms, organize the workspace, and align with engineers to meet infrastructure needs.

The role emphasizes start-up pace, strong communication, and a practical, safety-focused approach. On-site, full-time position with collaborative cross-site work across the US as needed.