About the job
About Charge Robotics:
Charge Robotics is an innovative Series A startup focused on developing robotic solutions to streamline the construction of solar farms, addressing the urgent demand for renewable energy.
With recent statistics showing that one-fifth of all solar installations in the US occurred last year, our mission is to revolutionize the construction industry, which currently struggles with limited labor resources.
Recognizing this challenge, we've dedicated ourselves to creating robots that will accelerate the transition to renewable energy sources.
As a rapidly growing company, Charge Robotics offers numerous opportunities for professional development and the chance to significantly influence our trajectory, with a compensation package that reflects your contributions.
Founded by MIT alumni and supported by leading investors, including Lux Capital and Y Combinator (S21), we are committed to making a direct impact on climate change.
If you're passionate about tackling meaningful challenges that contribute to a sustainable future, you'll thrive here! Explore more about Charge through the following links:
Fast Company – Solar Building Robots to Solve One of Climate's Biggest Problems
MIT News – Making solar projects cheaper and faster with portable factories
YouTube – Full video of our Gen1 robots building a solar farm
About this role:
In the role of Lead Manufacturing Engineer, the first of its kind at Charge Robotics, you will collaborate with internal teams—such as design engineers, supply chain professionals, and technicians—as well as external partners including manufacturing vendors and customers. Your key responsibility will be to transition our solar farm construction technology from prototype to full production, ultimately contributing to the deployment of gigawatts of clean energy.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Spearheading the development and scaling of our cutting-edge robotic systems designed for solar farm assembly in the field.
Working closely with design engineers to ensure product manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and ease of assembly.
Creating and maintaining essential manufacturing documentation, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Assisting in the qualification of parts and components for production.

