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Robot Build Technician

Physical Intelligence

Fremont, CAJobPosted 1mo agoStill listed 5 days ago

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Location
Fremont, CA
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Job overview

The Build Technician will assemble, install, calibrate, and maintain robotic systems in a fast‑paced hardware environment, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure quality, manage inventory, and train teammates on procedures.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical AssemblyRoboticsIndustrial ToolsSolderingTorque ScrewdriverMechanical DrawingsSchematic DiagramsRobotic MachinesCAN BusCommunications ProtocolsInventory ManagementAutomotive IndustryAerospace EngineeringElectromechanical AssemblyManufacturingHand ToolsPower ToolsCrimpingTorque WrenchesCable HarnessingWire RoutingElectrical IntegrationSchematicsAssembly InstructionsPLCsAutomated EquipmentEthernetCommunication ProtocolsTroubleshootingAttention to DetailNotionExcel

Qualifications

2+ Years Mechanical or Electromechanical Assembly ExperiencePrior Experience in Robotics Automotive Aerospace or Consumer Electronics

Full job description

We're looking for a hands-on Build Technician who thrives in a fast-paced hardware environment. You'll be responsible for building, assembling, and maintaining the robotic systems that power our data collection and model training operations. You'll work directly with our Hardware Engineering team to bring robots from prototype to production, ensuring quality and reliability at every step. What You'll Do:

  • Build and assemble robotic systems according to engineering specifications, including mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components

  • Install, calibrate, and configure robots and end-of-arm tooling for various applications

  • Execute test protocols and quality checks to ensure robots function as designed

  • Maintain detailed service records and documentation for robotic equipment

  • Support hardware bring-up, including wiring, harnessing, and integration of sensors and actuators

  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to root-cause manufacturing issues and implement solutions

  • Manage inventory of parts, tools, and consumables for the hardware lab

  • Train team members on assembly procedures and best practices Competencies and Skills:

  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical or electromechanical assembly, robotics, or manufacturing environments

  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and lab equipment (soldering, crimping, torque wrenches)

  • Experience with cable harnessing, wire routing, and electrical integration

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions

  • Familiarity with robotic systems, PLCs, or automated equipment is a plus

  • Basic understanding of CAN bus, Ethernet, and communication protocols

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative environment

  • Experience with inventory management and documentation tools (Notion, Excel)

  • Prior experience in robotics, automotive, aerospace, or consumer electronics is highly valued

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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