First Manufacturing Engineer - Scale Robotic Solar Farms

Charge Robotics; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics startup in San Leandro is seeking an experienced manufacturing lead for solar farm production. You will work with internal and external teams to scale robotic systems from prototype to production, enabling gigawatts of clean electricity generation. The ideal candidate has 4-8 years of experience in complex electromechanical products, strong communication skills, and a passion for renewable energy. Compensation ranges from $140K to $180K and the role offers the opportunity for significant impact in the clean energy sector.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience bringing complex electromechanical products from prototype to production.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication, rigging, and heavy machinery.
• Ability to create manufacturing documentation and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of robotic systems that assemble solar farms.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation, drawings, and BOMs.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and part qualification.

Skills

Electromechanical product development

Reading mechanical drawings

Clear communication

Heavy machinery experience

Education

Degree in a related field

Tools

ION manufacturing software

Job description

A leading robotics startup in San Leandro is seeking an experienced manufacturing lead for solar farm production. You will work with internal and external teams to scale robotic systems from prototype to production, enabling gigawatts of clean electricity generation. The ideal candidate has 4-8 years of experience in complex electromechanical products, strong communication skills, and a passion for renewable energy. Compensation ranges from $140K to $180K and the role offers the opportunity for significant impact in the clean energy sector.