Robot Safety Operator - Walnut Creek, CA
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Dyna Robotics is hiring a Robot Safety Operator - Walnut Creek, CA. The Robot Safety Operator at Dyna Robotics ensures safe and reliable operation of robotic systems during live testing and deployment at client sites, maintaining safety standards, protecting personnel and hardware, and supporting experimental operations while collaborating closely with engineering and research teams.
Key focus areas include Monitor robotic systems to ensure adherence to safety protocols, Intervene in real time when unsafe behavior occurs, and Conduct pre‑task safety inspections and maintain secure testing environments.
Successful candidates bring Associate Or Bachelor’s Degree Or Equivalent Experience and Ability To Stand And Move For Extended Periods. Important skills include Situational Awareness, Attention To Detail, Follow Safety Procedures, Work Independently, Communication, and Collaborative Attitude. Preferred (not required): Robotic Systems, Automation, Lab Safety Operations, and ISO 10218.
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Company Overview
Dyna Robotics makes general-purpose robots powered by a proprietary embodied AI foundation model that generalizes and self-improves across varied environments with commercial-grade performance. Dyna's robots have been deployed at customers across multiple industries. Its frontier model has the top generalization and performance in the industry.
Position Overview
As a Robot Safety Operator at Dyna Robotics, you will ensure the safe and reliable operation of our robotic systems during live testing and deployment at client sites. You will play a critical role in maintaining safety standards, protecting personnel and hardware, and supporting experimental operations. You will work closely with our engineering and research teams to monitor, evaluate, and refine robot behavior in real-world environments.
This role is primarily on-site at a client location in Walnut Creek, CA. We maintain a high bar for talent and look for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and control robotic systems to ensure adherence to safety protocols
Intervene in real time when unsafe behavior or unexpected events occur (e.g., activate emergency stop or perform recovery) Conduct pre-task safety inspections and maintain secure testing environments Record safety events and performance data to support continuous improvement
Qualifications
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Associate or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
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Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
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Ability to stand and move for extended periods
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Ability to follow safety procedures and work independently with minimal supervision
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Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with robotic systems, automation, or lab safety operations
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Familiarity with industrial or collaborative robot safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, RIA, ISO/TS 15066)
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Experience with safety equipment such as interlocks, E-stops, or sensors
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Basic familiarity with computer software interfaces and tools (e.g., command line, bash, Linux OS)
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