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Research & Design Engineer - Parcel

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About the Role: We are seeking a dynamic and technically competent Project Manager – Product Development to lead the end-to-end development of advanced warehouse automation and robotic solutions . The role involves managing new product development (NPD) and VAVE projects, based on frugal approach, projects from concept to industrialization, ensuring cross-functional alignment, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and scalable automation products for material handling applications.

This position requires close coordination with mechanical, electrical, software, and controls teams along with supply chain, quality, production, and product management functions.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end lifecycle of warehouse automation product development projects (concept to commercialization).
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers.
• Track deliverables across cross-functional teams (design, prototyping, testing, controls, supply chain).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the central interface between engineering, procurement, manufacturing, quality, sales, and customer support teams.
• Facilitate technical reviews, design validations, and stage-gate approvals.
• Collaborate with external vendors, partners, or universities as needed.

Technology & Product Delivery

• Translate product concepts and market needs into functional requirements and engineering briefs.
• Drive development of electromechanical systems, robotic subsystems, and integrated automation components.
• Ensure robust design (DfM - Design for Manufacturability, DfT - Design for Testability, DfR - Design for Reliability) and integration of software-hardware elements (WMS/WCS/PLC).

Quality, Compliance & Cost Management

• Monitor adherence to ISO, CE, EMC, safety, and environmental standards.
• Drive cost optimization through design iterations and supplier engagement.
• Ensure project budgets and timelines are met with minimal deviations.

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain up-to-date project documents: Gantt charts, risk registers, BOMs, FMEAs, test protocols, validation reports.
• Ensure regular project reviews with leadership and steerco for status tracking and course correction.

Technical Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Mechatronics / Electrical / Robotics Engineering or related fields.
• Experience: 6–12 years in R&D project management or product development for industrial automation or robotics systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex engineering projects with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of AS/RS, conveyors, robotic arms, AMRs, shuttle systems, or vertical lifts.
• Familiarity with Agile or Stage-Gate development methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence).
• Exposure to system integration (mechanical + control + software).
• Strong communication, stakeholder alignment, and problem-solving skills

Success milestones within 12–18 months

• One or more new automation products successfully released to market.
• Project delivered within budget, timeline, and quality expectations.
• Scalable engineering frameworks and documentation templates institutionalized.
• High satisfaction from cross-functional team and executive sponsors.

• Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry).
• A minimum of 12-15 years of post-doctoral research experience, with a significant portion in a leadership or Principal Investigator role.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining research grants and managing research budgets.
• Exceptional publication record in high-impact journals.
• Proven experience in mentoring and leading research teams.
• Expertise in strategic research planning and execution.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of scientific ethics and regulatory compliance.

• Conduct experimental research in assigned areas of biomedical innovation, including laboratory work and data collection.
• Design and execute experiments using advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, employing statistical methods and bioinformatics tools.
• Contribute to the development of new research methodologies and protocols.
• Prepare research reports, presentations, and contribute to manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed publications.
• Collaborate effectively with senior researchers, post-doctoral fellows, and other members of the research team.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and records of experimental procedures and results.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific literature and advancements in relevant fields.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Present research findings at internal seminars and potentially external scientific meetings.

• Ph.D. or a Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Postdoctoral experience or 3-5 years of research experience in a relevant laboratory setting.
• Proven experience with techniques such as PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, cell culture, and gene sequencing.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and data analysis software is a strong advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate scientific concepts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research team environment.
• Commitment to adhering to scientific rigor and ethical research practices.
• Experience in areas like CRISPR technology, single-cell analysis, or advanced imaging is a plus.

• Lead and manage R&D projects from concept to completion.
• Design, develop, and implement novel scientific and engineering solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments.
• Oversee the creation and testing of prototypes and proof-of-concept systems.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including scientists and engineers.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property (patents).
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations.

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials Science) or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in scientific research and development.
• Demonstrated experience in leading R&D projects and teams.
• Expertise in relevant scientific principles and engineering disciplines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in simulation, modeling, and data analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Proven ability to innovate and develop practical solutions.
• Experience with intellectual property development is a plus.

• Design, implement, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines for high-throughput sequencing data analysis.
• Perform complex statistical analyses and develop novel computational approaches to address biological questions.
• Interpret and present research findings to internal teams and external collaborators.
• Develop and curate biological databases and ontologies.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists, clinicians, and other researchers to define project goals and analytical strategies.
• Contribute to the writing of research grants, manuscripts, and technical reports.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior bioinformaticians and research staff.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics, genomics, and related fields.
• Manage data integrity, security, and accessibility for research projects.
• Develop and optimize software tools and scripts for data analysis and visualization.

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in bioinformatics or computational biology research.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, Perl, or C/C++.
• Proficiency in using bioinformatics software and databases (e.g., BLAST, Ensembl, NCBI databases).
• Experience with statistical analysis and machine learning techniques applied to biological data.
• Hands-on experience with various next-generation sequencing (NGS) data types and analysis platforms.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment.

About Ottimate

Ottimate is an AI-powered finance automation platform that takes the grind out of accounts payable. From scanning invoices to issuing payments and managing spend, we help finance teams cut costs, prevent overpayments, catch fraud, and stay compliant-without slowing down growth. Our AP, Payments, and Spend products share one powerful platform that handles the hard stuff: workflow orchestration, identity and access, provisioning, security, and all the accounting plumbing that keeps the money moving.

Why this role matters

As we scale, the user experience must remain intuitive, powerful, and consistent. We require a dedicated design leader in India to manage, coach, and grow our Product Design team (currently 3 Designers). This is a vital "player-coach" role for someone who can elevate the craft of design, institutionalize user research, and personally drive the most complex design projects. You will be responsible for defining the future state of our platform's look, feel, and usability, ensuring design is a strategic business advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Leadership & Mentorship:

• Manage, coach, and provide constructive feedback to the existing Product Design team, fostering a culture of design excellence and technical execution.
• Elevate design quality across all features, ensuring consistency, usability, and strong information architecture.
• Own the hiring and development pipeline to strategically scale the design team as Ottimate grows.
• Design Systems & Operations (Player Function):
• Act as a Player-Coach by personally taking ownership of key design artifacts, including the creation and implementation of a company-wide Design System.
• Define and standardize DesignOps processes, including file hygiene, component governance, and design-to-engineering handoff workflows.

User Research & Strategy:

• Plan, conduct, and synthesize comprehensive user research (interviews, usability testing, surveys) to generate strategic insights that inform product and design decisions for the India-focused teams.
• Evangelize the value of research and data-informed design to the broader product and engineering organization.
• Design Advocacy & Collaboration:
• Champion a strong, influential design culture, proactively advocating for the user in strategic roadmap discussions.
• Partner closely with Product Managers and Engineering Leads to ensure designs are technically feasible, delivered efficiently, and meet business objectives.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in product design, with a portfolio demonstrating your work on complex B2B or FinTech/SaaS applications.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of Product Designers (or managing cross-functional design projects with significant leadership responsibility).
• Strong expertise in user research methodologies and a track record of using research to drive strategic design decisions.
• Exceptional skills in high-fidelity prototyping and design specification.
• Executive-level communication skills and the proven ability to inspire and lead a remote or hybrid team.
• Experience in the accounts payable, procure-to-pay, or FinTech space is a significant plus.
• Location in Bangalore or Chennai is a significant plus.