Director, Hardware

About the role

Position Summary The Director, Hardware Engineering is responsible for leading the development and execution of hardware systems that power next-generation warehouse automation and robotic solutions. This leader will guide a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for development, validation, and commercialization of electromechanical systems, ensuring products are robust and reliable, while creating long standing customer relationships. This position requires a hands-on, strong technical leader who enjoys a fast-paced environment. Essential Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of hardware engineers • Promote engineering best practices, design reviews, and technical excellence. • Collaborate effectively with a cross-functional product team including program management, software leadership and quality assurance. • Lead design verification, validation, qualification, and product release activities. • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and product safety certifications. • Ensure seamless integration between hardware, software, controls, and robotics systems. • Establish development and execution schedules, resource plans, and project milestones. • Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies. • Drive predictable execution while balancing scope, schedule, cost, and quality. • Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure DFM and DFA standards are met • Support manufacturing scale-up and continuous improvement initiatives. • Lead engineering support for production issues and field reliability improvements. Qualifications Required • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related engineering discipline.   • 12+ years of progressive engineering experience developing complex electromechanical products. • 5+ years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams comprised of experienced engineers. • Proven experience leading products through production at scale. • Experience working with manufacturing partners and supply chains. • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional engineering organizations. • Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Preferred • Master's degree in Engineering or MBA. • Experience with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), robotic picking systems, warehouse automation, or industrial robotics. • Knowledge of ISO, CE, UL, OSHA, and other applicable safety standards. • Experience with PLM, ERP, and engineering change management systems. • Experience scaling engineering organizations in high-growth technology companies. 6410-2604JC