Autodesk Research is seeking a Research Manager to lead pioneering work at the intersection of manufacturing, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, shaping the future of manufacturing where digital twins, artificial intelligence, and advanced automation come together to redefine how things are made.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of advanced manufacturing technologies, digital twins, AI, and their role in factory or production environments
- A track record of hands-on experimentation and working with emerging technologies
- Proven ability to work across disciplines and to guide projects from concept through experimentation to implementation
- Demonstrated experience managing or leading research or technical teams in a manufacturing, R&D, or applied research environment
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage research efforts in the Manufacturing Industry Futures group, focusing on applied research that advances manufacturing processes and technologies
- Supervise a small, growing team of researchers and contribute directly to research and experimentation activities
- Drive hands-on experimentation, prototyping, and testing of emerging technologies, including AI, robotics, simulation, and digital twin applications in manufacturing contexts
- Contribute to the creation of intellectual property, innovative tools, and scalable technologies that advance Autodesk’s platform and customer capabilities
- Shape research directions and define projects aligned with Autodesk’s strategic vision for the future of manufacturing
- Collaborate closely with the Boston Technology Center staff, Autodesk Research teams worldwide, and industry and academic partners
- Manage cross-functional projects within a matrixed organization, ensuring alignment, communication, and impact
Other
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing, or a related field (PhD preferred but not required)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence technical direction and strategic priorities
- Experience in or familiarity with national research organizations or applied R&D labs
- Experience developing IP or contributing to technology transfer from research into industrial or commercial contexts
- Strategic thinker with a curiosity for exploring uncharted territory and shaping the future of how products are made
