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Robot Prototype Technician

Physical Intelligence

San Francisco, CAJobNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoVerified open 4 days ago
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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
San Francisco, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

Physical Intelligence is hiring a Robot Prototype Technician. Physical Intelligence seeks a Robot Prototype Technician to fabricate, assemble, and repair early‑stage robot systems, interpreting mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, performing troubleshooting, and collaborating with hardware design engineers to improve prototypes.

Key focus areas include Fabricate and assemble robot prototype systems and components using tools, 3D printing, soldering, and machining, Repair mechanical components such as actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and moving parts, and Repair electrical systems including wiring, circuits, power supplies, sensors, and control systems.

Important skills include Fabrication, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Soldering, Diagnostic Tools, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Rapid Prototyping Tools and Robotic Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

FabricationMechanical SystemsElectrical SystemsSolderingDiagnostic ToolsProblem SolvingTeamwork3D PrintingSolidWorksOnshapeRapid Prototyping ToolsMultimeterOscilloscopePLCAC/DC MotorsElectrical WiringControllersMechanical MotorsGearsBearingsRobotic SystemsAttention to DetailCommunicationCollaboration

Qualifications

2+ Years Prototyping Technician ExperienceAssociate Degree in Electrical Mechanical Engineering Robotics or Related Technical FieldBachelor’s DegreeASE CertificationNATE CertificationDegree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Full job description

Who We Are

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

Robot Prototype Engineering Technicians collaborate closely with robot design engineers to build, test, and refine early stage robots. In this role you will use skills with assembly, fabrication, electronics, and troubleshooting to build initial robot designs, identify design flaws for improvement in future design iterations, propose solutions for improvements regarding build, maintenance, and repair of robots. These technicians are part of the robot fleet team within the PI Hardware Organization.

In This Role You Will:

  • Fabricate and Assembly Robot Prototype Systems and Components: Build mechanical/electrical prototypes using tools, 3D printing, soldering, and machining. Review and understand mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams for prototype assembly.

  • Repair Robot Prototype Systems and Components:

  • Repair mechanical components such as actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and moving parts that could fail or break in initial prototype designs.

  • Repair electrical systems including wiring, circuits, power supplies, sensors, and control systems that could fail or break in initial prototype designs.

  • Perform Basic Troubleshooting and Testing of Robot Prototype Systems and Components: Conduct basic functional tests and troubleshooting failures to engineering feedback to improve prototype designs. Perform tests on electrical systems using diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other specialized equipment.

  • Collaboration Effectively with Hardware Design Engineers: Work with engineering teams to iterate designs based on experimental results. Propose solutions to hardware design engineering team for ease of assembly, repair, and maintenance

What We Hope You'll Bring

  • 2+ years of prototyping technician experience

  • Assembly and disassembly skills on electromechanical systems - Proficiency with electrical systems/components (AC/DC motors, wiring, controllers) and mechanical systems/components (motors, gears, Bearings).

  • Soldering skills and harness/wiring skills

  • Proficiency in using CAD software to view design files (e.g., Solidworks, Onshape) and ability to interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams

  • Experience working with diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and PLCs.

  • Strong problem-solving ability

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Bonus Points

  • Proficiency with rapid prototyping tools and 3D printers

  • Experience with robotic systems

  • Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field. A bachelor’s degree is a plus.

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

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