R&D Solar Robotics Technician Lead — Build & Coach

Charge Robotics; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Charge Robotics is seeking a Manager of the R&D Engineering Technician team in San Leandro, CA. You will lead a group of about eight technicians, overseeing build execution, quality, and safety while collaborating with mechanical and software engineers to deploy next-generation solar installation robots.

You will mentor technicians, refine assembly processes, and develop documentation and SOPs, ensuring a strong safety culture and on-site presence five days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical assembly with leadership history.
• Ability to interpret schematics and CAD drawings and assemble complex electromechanical systems.
• Proven track record of building and motivating a small on-site team while following safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of ~8 technicians, approve hours/PTO, assign work, and conduct 1:1s.
• Own build execution: ensure builds are complete, on schedule, and meet quality standards.
• Upskill the team through hands-on coaching and onboarding of new technicians.
• Support mechanical and software engineering in assembly, testing, and deployment of robotic systems, translating engineering intent into build instructions.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including assembly instructions and SOPs.
• Maintain workshop organization and drive continuous-improvement initiatives (5S, tooling, build-process efficiency).
• Own and reinforce a culture of safety and adherence to procedures.

Skills

People management

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Safety culture

CAD / Schematics

Tools

CAD

Job description

Charge Robotics is seeking a Manager of the R&D Engineering Technician team in San Leandro, CA. You will lead a group of about eight technicians, overseeing build execution, quality, and safety while collaborating with mechanical and software engineers to deploy next-generation solar installation robots.

You will mentor technicians, refine assembly processes, and develop documentation and SOPs, ensuring a strong safety culture and on-site presence five days a week.