Director

Director

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join the Microvast Team (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Houston, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. 

Role Summary

The Director will own the overall technical direction and deliverables of the project with authority to define the technical requirements, test priorities, prototype architecture, safety logic approach, and validation milestones subject to CEO approval.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement simulation models for robotic safety scenarios.


• Develop safety-critical AI algorithms for robotic control and fail-safe behavior.


• Collaborate with hardware teams to evaluate robot power supply systems and real-time control loops.


• Analyze system performance using digital twin or simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, PyBullet, ROS).


• Create software interfaces and integrate safety protocols into robotic operating frameworks.


• Perform risk assessment and root-cause failure analysis on autonomous behaviors.


• Document system design, test results, and collaborate on technical publications or patents.

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the Company and your Supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Robotics, AI, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.


• 5 years of experience in robotics or AI systems development.


• Strong programming skills (Python, C , ROS, or similar).


• Experience with control algorithms, simulation platforms, or digital twin environments.


• Familiarity with robotic power systems, embedded controls, or battery management is a plus.


• Understanding of safety standards or reliability analysis for autonomous systems.


• Excellent problem-solving, coding, and collaborative development skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with reinforcement learning or safe policy learning.


• Knowledge of IEC/ISO safety standards for robotics (e.g., ISO 13849, IEC 61508).


• Hands-on experience with embedded real-time OS or hardware-in-the-loop testing.


• Publications or patents in AI safety, robotics, or system reliability.

Experience Required

• 7 years in AI, robotics, safety simulation, or robot power/control systems.

Expected Compensation

 Annual salary benefits


 


 Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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