Robot Technician

Robotics Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our technician team is seeking a detail-oriented person to perform electro-mechanical assembly, test, and troubleshooting of our robotic systems and associated hardware.  The technician role is a highly flexible role that involves production and repair work on robots as well as a wide variety of other tasks in support of engineering, operations, facilities, materials, or shipping and receiving.  You will be part of a global team of dedicated and high-energy people who are committed to advancing robotic technology to improve people’s lives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of our robots and accessories

* Run tests of completed robots and document test results

* Inspect parts and assemblies per drawings and specifications, recording any discrepancies and correcting them

* Install, configure, and test software on completed robots

* Repair and refurbish robots that return from the field, testing and verifying as-new performance so that they can return to the fleet

* Collaborate with team members to develop and improve our processes, and train other team members

* Contribute to updating and improving our work instructions and other technical documentation

* Assist with QA, shipping, receiving, inventory, and other activities

* Support Engineering through assembly and modification of prototypes and test hardware

QUALIFICATIONS

* Position requires a minimum of a Technical Associate's degree or equivalent experience.2+ years of experience in electronics and mechanical assembly, comfortable with wiring and cable routing, and handling of small, intricate mechanical parts

* Requires strong computer skills and a basic level of networking / IT knowledge

* Knowledge of computer hardware and OS, especially Linux, and familiarity with command line interfaces is highly desirable

* Must have a cooperative, team-first attitude and the flexibility willingness to do whatever is needed 

* Skilled in troubleshooting of electro-mechanical and computer systems, including the use of tools such as multimeters and computer-based test equipment

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams

* Should be familiar with manufacturing quality systems and willing to speak up about any defect found and follow through with corrective action

* Requires attention to detail and personal neatness/organization

* Familiarity with 5S and Lean concepts is desirable

* Strong verbal and written communication skills required, and customer interface ability is desirable