VP of Mechanical Engineering

VP of Mechanical Engineering / VP of EngineeringVerdant Robotics -- Hayward, CA

Join us at Verdant Robotics as we revolutionize agriculture through robotics and AI. We use computer vision and machine learning to understand every part of every plant at a massive scale -- and with automated robotics, we close the loop and act on that information in real-time. Our unique digital-twin and mm-accurate spraying technology unlock phenomenal increases in productivity and efficiency - helping farmers grow more profitability with fewer inputs, realizing savings from day one.

As the VP of Mechanical Engineering, you will be working directly with the CTO, CPO and CEO. You will be an executive leader in a critical customer-facing role and a key driver of ongoing transformation, leading our engineering team towards shipping our technology on time.

Our core technology empowers farmers to grow more profitable food. Together with our partners, we are building environmentally friendly, sustainable, and highly productive farms. Our office is located in Hayward, CA, about 25-30 mins average commute from most places in the Bay Area. We offer competitive pay and a great team environment.

The Role: VP, Mechanical EngineerReporting to: CTOLocation: on-site, in-person

About You:You are a technical hands-on engineer who leads from the frontStrong experience with mechanical engineering and CAD toolsYou have the ability to iterate and prototype new designs rapidlyHave deep prior experience as an individual contributor and technical leaderYou have excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both oral and written)You are proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, and adaptable; no task is too big or too smallYou are a natural leader with a proven track record of bringing deep tech products marketYou have excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach senior engineers and managers to champion change and deliver quick solutions to complex problemsYou have direct experience working with machine shops for hands-on rapid prototypingYou have deep experience with SolidWorks, experience working with PDM, and PDM Server ManagementKnowledge of Arena PLM softwareYou have experience with local manufacturing, working with vendors and managing contract manufacturers for timely delivery

What you will do: Help lead and execute on Verdant’s visionDrive engineering front the front designing and developing advanced robotic systemsManage teams and individuals towards shipping product on time and on scheduleDrive product alignment with business objectives, user and customer experienceWork with our CEO to build and manage a world-class engineering team by fostering a culture of excellence, mentoring and developing talent and recruiting strong, well-rounded engineersEnsure engineering and operational excellence, establishing metrics and processes for regular assessment and improvementChampion a data-driven and continuous improvement culture to improve the efficiency, scalability, stability, and security

Desired QualificationsMasters or above in mechanical engineering, or a related robotics-hardware heavy fieldYou've delivered products to market, ideally in roboticsHighly proficient in Solidworks and PDMExperience working with Arena Experience in finding and sourcing fabricated parts quickly from local shopsFamiliarity with machining (mill, lathe, etc)5+ years of production engineering experience as an IC or tech leadHave managed a team of engineers (and a manager of managers)Have been part of at least one startupObsessed with robotics and sustainable agriculture Willing to travel to the field (up to 20%) to meet with customers

Email Resume to gabe@verdantrobotics.com

Verdant Robotics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.