Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Agility’s commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential. About The Role The Manager, Mechanical Engineering will both manage mechanical engineers and will be a technical leader who works closely with cross functional teams to drive the successful execution of the robot design. About The Work • Lead and inspire a talented team of 4 - 8 mechanical engineers to bring products from concept all the way to production. • Provide coaching, mentorship and guidance, helping the team enhance their skills, improve the quality of their work, and grow professionally. • Work cross functionally to anticipate and remove roadblocks. • Be a technical leader for complex robotics systems. • Develop right-sized process to help the team work more effectively and to produce high quality, reliable designs. • Regularly communicate project progress, key milestones, and any challenges that arise to senior management. • Reduce complexity by pushing for simple and elegant designs. • Drive data-driven decisions and ensure the cross functional team understands the “why”. About You • Demonstrated extreme ownership, thrive in ambiguity, fast paced environment • 8+ years of mechanical design experience with 2+ years direct management experience • B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent, minimum requirement) • Proven experience designing and building complex systems, ideally with a background in robotics or autonomous systems • Demonstrated experience mechanical design, CAD and PDM • Skilled in conflict resolution and team development • Ability to be on-site at Agility’s design facility as needed (minimum 4 days per month and as needed to support design activities, reviews, prototype testing, etc.) • Authorization to work in the USA Bonus Points • Robotics experience and leadership in a robotics organization • Advanced degree in engineering or science or robotics • Jira/Confluence experience • PLM and PDM experience • Creo experience Location • This is an onsite position at our Fremont, CA office. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future. Anticipated Base Salary Range $181,000 — $240,000 USD In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees: • 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match. • Equity: Company stock options. • Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees. • Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment. • Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP). • Time Off: • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually. • On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations. • Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs. • Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements. • Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement pro