AutoStore is an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) that uses the power of warehouse robots for 24/7 order fulfillment within a cubic layout. Backed by SoftBank VF.
About the role
We are hiring a Lead Engineer to join our Robotics – New Product Development - team, leading a small group of engineers working across electronics, firmware, and mechanics . You will take technical ownership of key sub-systems, review designs, support technical decisions, and follow the development from concept through to production. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 8+ years of engineering experience in product development, ideally with a background in firmware , and experience leading engineers or technical teams
- Strong technical understanding across electronics, firmware, and mechanical systems , with the ability to review designs, provide technical feedback, and make engineering trade-offs
- Experience developing physical products for serial or high-volume production , from development and testing through industrialisation and production
- Experience with project execution and engineering planning , including resource allocation, prioritisation, milestones, and Agile ways of working
- Solid people and communication skills , with experience mentoring engineers and working across engineering, product, manufacturing, suppliers, and other stakeholders
More about this role
We are hiring a Lead Engineer to join our Robotics – New Product Development - team, leading a small group of engineers working across electronics, firmware, and mechanics . You will take technical ownership of key sub-systems, review designs, support technical decisions, and follow the development from concept through to production.
The role is primarily technical, combined with people responsibility for a growing engineering team. You will plan and coordinate the team’s work, follow up on project milestones and technical deliverables, and support the development of the engineers in your team.
- Take technical ownership of assigned sub-systems , covering technical solutions, scope, quality, compliance, cost, and delivery from development through to production.
- Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary engineering team across electronics, firmware, and mechanics, planning resources, prioritising work, reviewing designs, and making technical trade-offs.
- Work closely with Product, System Architecture, Project Management, Supply Chain, Test, Compliance, and Manufacturing to deliver against project milestones.
- Support suppliers and production readiness , while driving good...
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