RISE® Robotics · 11 hours ago
Engineering Program Manager
Somerville, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRISE Robotics is hiring an Engineering Program Manager to support disciplined execution of software-enabled hardware programs within a cross-functional team. This role focuses on planning, coordination, and delivery across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, ensuring commitments are reasonable and upheld across the organization.
ManufacturingMechanical DesignRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support execution of engineering programs for commercial and government customers, from requirements definition through validation and delivery
Translate customer and business requirements into structured engineering program plans with clear scope, milestones, dependencies, and ownership
Coordinate work across internal engineering teams and external contract resources to meet program objectives
Track progress against engineering commitments and surface risks, tradeoffs, and constraints early
Ensure commitments are realistic, clearly understood, and upheld as conditions evolve
Provide clear visibility into program status, risks, and tradeoffs to support organizational prioritization and decision-making
Support validation and test activities to ensure test plans, execution, and results demonstrate compliance with design and customer requirements
Partner with operations to align engineering execution with hardware delivery
Maintain accurate, up-to-date program artifacts and records in Jira and related tools
Identify recurring execution issues and work with stakeholders to improve planning and coordination practices
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience as an Engineering Program Manager, Technical Program Manager, or similar execution-focused role
Hardware industry experience with a focus in electrical and software engineering
Prior experience at a B2B startup
Bachelors Degree within science, technology, engineering and/or math fields; Electrical and computer engineering are preferred
Experience using Jira or equivalent tools to manage programs, dependencies, and execution tracking
Demonstrated experience managing programs that involve both internal teams and external contract resources
Hands-on familiarity with engineering validation and test processes, including requirements traceability, test planning, execution, and interpretation of results
Support government, defense, or regulated customer programs
Ability to translate customer requirements into clear, executable engineering plans
Clear written/verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated reliability in preparation, follow-through, and stakeholder communication
Comfort operating in an environment where priorities may shift, while accountability remains high
Company
RISE® Robotics
The leader in high-performance and cost-effective electric linear actuation solutions, RISE® helps machine designers embrace high-efficiency, fuel-saving actuation solutions that compete with hydraulic cylinders.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$38.69MKey Investors
AFWERXThe Engine
2026-01-21Equity Crowdfunding· $16.46M
2025-08-15Grant· $3M
2024-04-22Series Unknown· $14.36M
Leadership Team
Toomas Sepp
Co-Founder and Chief Engineer
Blake Sessions
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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