Altair

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In the Project Management role, you’ll be leading the development of humanoid robot actuators for market leading humanoid robot OEMs. Building on our strong capabilities in motor and software development, you’ll be working with customers to develop cutting-edge actuator solutions to advance the development and deployment of humanoid robots. If you’ve contributed to humanoid robot projects at pioneers like Tesla, Boston Dynamics, Unitree, UBTech or others, or if you’ve contributed as a supplier of humanoid robot actuators, join us as we develop this groundbreaking technology and accelerate breakthroughs in AI-driven mobility and dexterity. This is an opportunity with high visibility and potential for growth. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and a collaborative best-of-breed people centric culture. Job Responsibilities: Project Management Functions • Lead end-to-end project execution for humanoid robot actuator development including customer engagement, design, prototyping, testing, integration support, and production implementation. • Coordinate multidisciplinary global teams of electrical, software, and mechanical engineers including AI specialists and Tier N suppliers and other vendors/contractors for on-time delivery of all project milestones. • Manage project timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and resource allocation using common project management tools and Gantt charts • Oversee testing and validation in both simulated and real-world environments including any applicable safety protocols for bipedal motion and human-robot interaction. • Drive any applicable cross-project/product collaboration or synergies, post project evaluations and iterative improvements to accelerate humanoid robot actuator commercialization. • Incorporate product line objectives into the project management deliverables including product strategy and product roadmap fulfillment • Serve as both a project manager and technical expert in humanoid robot OEM customer meetings during customer acquisition, design, and development phases Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; PMP certification or equivalent preferred. • 5+ years of project management experience in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing, with direct involvement in humanoid or mobile robot projects is required. • Proven track record managing complex hardware-software integrated projects (e.g. end-effector development, actuation systems, or AI-driven locomotion). • Experience with software tools including CAD and familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g. ISO for robotics safety). • High comfort level and flexibility in fast-paced business environments. Strong communication and leadership skills in high-stakes environments, and the ability to thrive with rapid iteration. Preferred Skills • Prior work at humanoid robotics companies with hands-on experience in prototyping and field deployment • Knowledge of AI/ML integration for robot perception/motion, or manufacturing processes like DFM (Design for Manufacturing) • Knowledge of actuator development, design options and tradeoffs, and general knowledge of humanoid robot actuator market landscape.