Senior Electromechanical Engineer & Program Manager

Senior Electromechanical Engineer & Program Manager

Location : Berkeley, California

Job Type : Full-time

Workplace Type : On-site

Total Compensation : $100,000–$160,000 + Flexible Equity Component

About the Role

Our client, a prominent Berkeley-based startup that recently completed its seed funding, is seeking a Senior Electromechanical Engineer & Program Manager to join their core engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to lead the design, fabrication, and deployment of large-scale robotic systems operating in demanding real-world environments.

You will take ownership of projects from concept through field deployment, balancing hands‑on engineering with program-level oversight. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical problem‑solving, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver field‑ready, high‑performance electromechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of electromechanical design, analysis, controls integration, and component / supplier selection.
• Drive design reviews, prototyping, testing, and initial production of robotic systems.
• Mentor and manage junior engineers, setting high standards for technical rigor and execution speed.
• Collaborate across electrical, controls, and field teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct failure analysis, testing, and iterative improvements based on real-world data.

Preferred Experience

Why This Opportunity

Join a Berkeley-based startup at an exciting stage post‑seed funding. This role offers competitive pay, a flexible equity component, and the chance to make a real impact by building complex electromechanical systems from the ground up.

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