Product Engineering Manager

Join us in solving one of industrial robotics' toughest challenges

R3 Robotics is developing the AI-powered dismantling platform that transforms end-of-life electric vehicle systems into strategic sources of critical materials. As global electrification accelerates, the surge in batteries and e-motors requires automated solutions that manual disassembly cannot provide. We are addressing this industrial bottleneck by enabling the automated dismantling of complex systems at scale through computer vision, artificial intelligence, and specialized robotic tooling.

Following a successful €20M Series A funding round led by HG Ventures and Suma Capital, we are expanding across Europe and preparing for our entry into the United States market in 2026. We partner with major industrial recyclers and automotive OEMs to deliver measurable impact. If you seek to work on advanced robotics within a well-funded organization scaling internationally, this is your opportunit

Your Role

We are now looking for a Product Engineering Manager  to join our Innovation team and help explore, validate, and develop new robotics-focused product opportunities that push the boundaries of automation, sensing, and intelligent systems.

This role is designed for a visionary engineer who thrives in ambiguity, builds fast, and thinks big — someone ready to transform bold ideas into scalable, sustainable technologies.
 
Your Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new product concepts and market opportunities within robotics, automation, and smart manufacturing.
• Conduct exploratory research, feasibility studies, and user discovery to assess both technical and commercial potential.
• Lead hands-on prototyping of robotics and automation systems, algorithms, or integrations (mechanical, electrical, and/or software).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams – engineering, robotics and software, operations, business - to align solutions with company strategy.
• Develop technical roadmaps, architecture concepts, and go-to-market proposals for promising ideas.
• Present progress, insights, and recommendations to R3 Robotics leadership and stakeholders.
• Build relationships with universities, startups, and industry partners to co-develop or test new approaches.
• Mentor internal teams and foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Potentially transition into leading a new product initiative or spin-off.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in robotics development, automation systems, or AI-driven hardware/software integration.
• Proven entrepreneurial background - founding or leading a startup, developing prototypes, or driving early-stage tech initiatives.
• Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Robot motion planning and control systems
  • Perception, computer vision, ML/AI
  • Embedded systems and firmware development
  • Mechanical design and mechatronics
  • Human-robot interaction or simulation environments
• Ability to translate ambiguous ideas into testable prototypes.
• Excellent storytelling, communication, and presentation skills.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and business-savvy mindset.
• Strategic thinker with market-sensing and analytical instincts.

 
Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience bringing hardware products from concept to prototype or production.
• Familiarity with robotics safety standards, ROS/ROS2, Gazebo, Python/C++, or rapid prototyping tools.
• Prior exposure to venture development, fundraising, or investor relations.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and system integration constraints

• High degree of collaboration and autonomy while working with a group of highly skilled, committed and supportive peers
• Transparent culture where everyone of us is highly valued
• Development of your professional skills and knowledge by taking ownership of challenging tasks and responsibilities, supported by Leads and peers
• “Getting things done” attitude, and access to cutting edge technologies
• A guaranteed steep continuous learning curve from day one
• Equity Package
• Complementary Health Insurance

AUTOMATED DISMANTLING.