Foundation Robotics
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer – Factory Launch
San Francisco, CA · Staff+
Sponsorship not specified$180k-$220kDetected 26 days ago
RoboticsMechanical Design
About the role
- Your previous experience in robotics isn't a prerequisite - it's your talent and determination that truly count.
- We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields.
- Who should join: You like working in person with a team in San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Lead Equipment Development Own equipment programs from concept through installation: Develop equipment specifications/RFQ package Work with equipment suppliers and integrators Manage design reviews and build progress Ensure equipment meets manufacturing requirements Ensure equipment solutions are robust, scalable, and production-ready.
- Support Factory Launch Work directly on the factory floor to: Install and commission production equipment Validate equipment performance Support pilot builds and production ramp Debug equipment issues during launch You will play a key role in bringing the factory online.
- Improve Production Equipment Continuously improve manufacturing equipment to: Increase reliability and uptime Support automation expansion phases Improve throughput and cycle time Ensure equipment evolves as production scales.
- Develop equipment specifications/RFQ package Work with equipment suppliers and integrators Manage design reviews and build progress Ensure equipment meets manufacturing requirements Ensure equipment solutions are robust, scalable, and production-ready.
- Install and commission production equipment Validate equipment performance Support pilot builds and production ramp Debug equipment issues during launch You will play a key role in bringing the factory online.
- you will build the machines that build the robots.
Requirements
- You are highly technical - regardless of the role you are in.
- As a Staff Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, you will lead the development and deployment of the production equipment required to launch a new humanoid robot factory.
Compensation
- The annual compensation is expected to be between $180,000-$220,000+.
- Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
- Salary: The annual compensation is expected to be between $180,000-$220,000+.
Benefits
- We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.).
- Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.
Company info
- Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.
- Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.
- We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team.
- We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.
- Our Culture We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with.
- Please read more about our culture here https://foundation.bot/culture.
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