Physical Intelligence · 18 hours ago
Lab Manager
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPhysical Intelligence is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee their hardware prototyping and test lab. The role involves ensuring the lab runs safely and efficiently while managing prototyping tools and maintaining inventory as the robotics teams scale.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningRobotics
Responsibilities
Turn digital part files into finished parts using 3D printing, laser cutting, and assembly processes
Manage a fleet of prototyping tools - Bambu FDM printers, Formlabs SLS & SLA printers, Epilog Laser cutter, various hand tools (drills, saws, sander), ensuring they are maintained and ready for use
Implement and enforce lab procedures for fabrication, part storage, ESD safety, hazardous material handling, PPE requirements, and tool calibration
Maintain and manage quantities of raw materials (acrylics, plastic filament, resin, screws, inserts etc) and common off-the-shelf parts for prototyping
Plan layout, tooling upgrades, and process improvements as the hardware team scales
Qualification
Required
2+ years as a lab or shop manager with experience mentoring and managing team of technicians
Knowledge and experience running prototyping equipment - 3D printers, laser cutters, machine tools
Experience assembling plastic and metal parts. Inserts, adhesives, torque wrenches, etc. Operate bandsaws, belt sanders and basic mill and lathe. Basic electrical/wiring experience (Soldering, cable routing, multimeter, harness repair)
OnShape preferred, SolidWorks possible
Experience modifying parts for particular 3D printing processes and printing in the optimal orientation to meet design requirements
Experience managing inventory of hardware parts and tools for the lab. Experience purchasing stock of inventory
Experience creating and maintaining documentation on lab processes or training guides for new hires
High attention to detail, highly organized, capable of supporting multiple ongoing projects at the same time
Ability to enforce lab discipline
Preferred
Familiarity with robotics hardware systems (actuators, sensors, controllers, cabling)
Proficiency with re-work of boards and debugging electrical systems
Experience with vendor management and outsourced fabrication or assembly
Company
Physical Intelligence
Physical Intelligence is an AI company developing machine learning for robots and other physical devices.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (4)
2024 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.07BKey Investors
CapitalGThrive Capital
2025-11-20Series B· $600M
2024-11-04Series A· $400M
2024-03-12Seed· $70M
Leadership Team
Lachy Groom
Co-Founder
Recent News
2026-01-14
2026-01-08
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