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Robotics Service Technician

Physical Intelligence

San Francisco, CAJobNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
San Francisco, CA
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Job overview

Physical Intelligence is hiring a Robotics Service Technician. Physical Intelligence seeks a Robotics Service Technician to maintain and repair robotic platforms supporting AI research. The role involves electrical and mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, documentation, and safety compliance while collaborating closely with fleet operations and engineering teams in a fast‑moving, technical environment.

Key focus areas include Repair electrical systems including wiring, circuits, power supplies, sensors, and control systems, Repair mechanical components such as actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and moving parts, and Perform tests using diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and specialized equipment.

Important skills include Industrial Tools, Teamwork, Robotics, Automation, Electrical Maintenance, and Mechanical Maintenance. Preferred (not required): ASE Certification, NATE Certification, IPC Certification, and Robotics Systems Familiarity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Industrial ToolsTeamworkRoboticsAutomationElectrical MaintenanceMechanical MaintenanceDiagnostics and TestingMultimeterOscilloscopePLCLinearNotionHand ToolsPower ToolsTroubleshooting Electrical SystemsRepair Mechanical ComponentsRead Technical Manuals Schematics Engineering DrawingsDocumentation MaintenanceAttention to DetailCommunicationCollaborationASE CertificationNATE CertificationIPC CertificationRobotics Systems FamiliarityAutomation Technologies FamiliarityFleet Management Tools Familiarity

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Electrical Mechanical Engineering Robotics or Related Technical FieldBachelor's a Plus3+ Years Experience in Electrical and Mechanical MaintenanceDegree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Full job description

Physical Intelligence is bringing general-purpose AI into the physical world. We are a group of engineers, scientists, roboticists, and company builders developing foundation models and learning algorithms to power the robots of today and the physically-actuated devices of the future.

The Team

The Robotics Technician works closely with PI’s fleet operations and engineering teams, to maintain the robotic platforms that power our AI research. The team is collaborative, fast-moving, and deeply technical — and this role is a direct partner to operations and engineers building and improving the systems you’ll maintain.

In This Role You Will

  • Electrical Maintenance: Repair electrical systems including wiring, circuits, power supplies, sensors, and control systems; conduct regular electrical inspections and preventive maintenance on robotic units

  • Mechanical Maintenance: Repair mechanical components such as actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and moving parts; perform inspections, alignments, and calibrations to keep systems within spec

  • Diagnostics & Testing: Perform tests using diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and specialized equipment; interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to locate and resolve issues

  • Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of repairs, part replacements, and maintenance activities using Linear and Notion

  • Hardware Feedback: Propose solutions to the hardware engineering team for ease of repair, component standardization, and improved maintainability

  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work complies with company standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices; identify potential hazards and initiate corrective actions

What We Hope You’ll Bring

  • Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field (bachelor’s a plus), or equivalent hands-on experience

  • 3+ years of experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, with a background in robotics, automation, or a related industry

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems (AC/DC motors, wiring, controllers) and mechanical components (motors, gears, bearings)

  • Experience with diagnostic tools including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and PLCs

  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings

  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and industrial-grade equipment

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Bonus Points

  • Relevant certifications in electrical or mechanical systems (e.g., ASE, NATE, IPC or equivalent)

  • Familiarity with robotics systems, automation technologies, and fleet management tools

  • Experience working in a fast-moving startup or research environment

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

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