Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Pickle Robot

Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Robotics, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
6+ years in manufacturing engineering, in automation, electro-mechanical systems, robotics (preferred)
Expertise supporting both in-house and outsourced manufacturing environments
Strong working knowledge of DFM/DFA, GD&T, tooling, and production line setup
Hands-on experience with pilot builds, ECOs, process validation, and test equipment
Strong cross-functional communication and organizational skills
Proven track record of shipping mission-critical hardware products from concept to deployment
Proficiency with MFG tools such as OnShape, Jira, PLM (Arena preferred), MES (Tulip preferred), Netsuite
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity startup environment
Ability and willingness to work from Charlestown, MA facilities at least three to four days per week
Travel to vendors or manufacturing partners required
Six Sigma certification a plus

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing engineering across the product lifecycle: concept, prototyping, pilot, production ramp, and end-of-life
Serve as the primary voice of manufacturing in design reviews, change management, and product development discussions
Develop and execute scalable strategies for in-house vs. external partner manufacturing
Own process development, tooling design/selection, and equipment readiness for new products
Define and implement test fixtures, jigs, and quality processes for robotics subassemblies and systems
Create and maintain manufacturing documentation: work instructions, SOPs, process maps, and visual aids
Lead pilot builds and pre-production efforts, ensuring processes are locked prior to volume launch
Drive root cause analysis (RCCA), yield improvements, and corrective actions across internal and external builds
Collaborate with internal and external partners on ramp plans, process transfer, and quality standards
Evaluate and develop make-vs-buy recommendations for mechanical/electrical subsystems
Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and DFM/DFA methodologies to reduce cost, waste, and cycle time
Track manufacturing KPIs (yield, throughput, downtime, etc.) and drive measurable improvements
Work closely with Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure designs are robust, cost-efficient, and manufacturable
Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to address quality, lead time, and cost concerns
Provide training and technical support to internal teams and external partners on tools, test equipment, and debug procedures

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Prototyping

Process Development

Tooling Design

Test Fixtures

Jigs

Quality Processes

RCCA

Lean

Six Sigma

DFM

DFA

KPIs

Yield Improvement

Supply Chain

Pickle Robot

Develops robots for warehouse unloading tasks

About Pickle Robot

Pickle Robot develops robots that help with unloading tasks in warehouse loading docks. Their robots are designed to assist human workers by taking on the physically demanding job of unloading trucks and containers, which helps to reduce physical strain and improve productivity. The robots operate in a way that complements human efforts, making the unloading process more efficient and safer. Unlike many competitors, Pickle Robot focuses specifically on the logistics and e-commerce sectors, offering solutions that can be sold or leased to clients. The company generates revenue through the sale of robotic units, maintenance services, and software licensing, aiming to enhance the efficiency of warehouse operations.

Cambridge, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$99.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Healthcare

401k

Snacks and cold brew

Competitive pay

Equity stakes

Risks

Competition from established companies like Boston Dynamics threatens market share.

Supply chain constraints may delay new robot deployments.

Rapid AI advancements could render current offerings obsolete if innovation lags.

Differentiation

Pickle Robot offers low-cost, collaborative robots for e-commerce supply chain automation.

Their robots work alongside humans, reducing physical strain and increasing productivity.

Pickle Robot's focus is on unloading tasks, enhancing efficiency in logistics operations.

Upsides

Recent $50M Series B funding boosts development and market expansion efforts.

Partnership with Yusen Logistics enhances container unloading efficiency and worker safety.

Growing demand for automation in e-commerce logistics supports Pickle Robot's market potential.

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