Lab Manager

Lab Manager

5+ years of experience managing lab operations in a hardware R&D, robotics, or advanced manufacturing environment. Hands-on familiarity with lab equipment common to physical AI or robotics environments — test benches, oscilloscopes, power supplies, soldering and rework stations, 3D printers, and similar. Strong organizational instincts — you naturally build systems and processes that keep a fast-moving team from losing things, missing steps, or duplicating work. Comfortable working directly with engineers, both taking direction on what the lab needs and pushing back constructively when something isn't feasible. Experience with inventory management systems, equipment tracking, and procurement workflows. Solid written and verbal communication — you can write a clear ops runbook, escalate a problem succinctly, and hold a room in a scheduling conflict. Preferred background in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related discipline — enough technical depth to understand what engineers are building and why lab configuration matters. Experience standing up a new lab or significantly expanding an existing one, including equipment procurement, layout planning, and process design. Exposure to EH&S (Environmental Health & Safety) requirements in a research or prototype hardware context. Prior experience in a hyperscaler, robotics company, or physical AI startup environment.