Lead Mechanical Engineer
AMP Robotics is a rapidly growing startup on a mission to revolutionize the way we recycle. Positioned at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and recycling, our solution matches deep learning and computer vision with robots that rapidly sort materials inside recycling facilities. We intend to transform the industry and have already deployed robots across the United States to dramatically reduce costs and increase efficiency of recycling operations.
Our dedicated and innovative team is located in Louisville, Colorado , with views of Boulder’s flatirons and the Rocky Mountains inspiring us to work toward our mission every single day. With backing from top tier investors including Sequoia and recognition as a “Rising Star Company of the Year” in the 2020 Global Cleantech 100, we’re gaining momentum and looking for exceptional talent to support our journey. Find out more at www.amprobotics.com.
We’re looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, the Lead Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for defining and delegating the teams roles based on strengths and interests, ensuring that schedules are in place and milestones are met as the team works to prototype, test, and scale production across one of AMP Robotics’ core projects. As both a contributor and a manager this role will epitomize leading from both the front and the back.
As our Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will:
- Lead a R&D team of 6 engineers on fast-moving, rapidly evolving autonomous recycling products
- Work closely with the executive team to establish project requirements, budgets, and timelines
- Test, validate, and iterate designs to meet strict performance requirements
- Rapidly prototype proof-of-concept designs
- Develop products from prototype phase to larger-scale production
- Be a mentor and role model for other engineers
- Facilitate the development of future AMP products
Your background and experience will likely include:
- A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent combination of technical experience and work experience
- 10+ years of industry experience
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role
- A strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
- The ability to build teams and products for scaling
- Exposure to research and development or new product development
- Electronics knowledge
- You’ll also be:
- Eager to learn
- Organized
- Communicative across different engineering and non-engineering disciplines
- Adaptable
- Driven to succeed
- Reliable and consistent
- An inspiring and well-intentioned person
Additional bonus qualifications we’d love to see:
- Strong public speaking skills and comfort presenting regularly
- DFMA proficiency
- SolidWorks proficiency
- Passion for the environment and recycling
- Passion and experience with robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence
- Experience from multiple industries
- Experience being a part of the process of helping a start-up succeed
We recognize that there is more to work than the day-to-day responsibilities. In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we’re pleased to offer competitive base salaries; medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and sick time; flexible work hours; and the opportunity to quickly accelerate your learning and growth.
AMP Robotics values inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.