Lab Operations Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, test, and operate systems that integrate robots, cameras, sensors, GPUs, and control hardware.
• Implement procedures, equipment, and training necessary to ensure users safely operate robot systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain a varied fleet of robots and autonomous systems.
• Design, implement, and support test fixtures and assets for robot testing.

Requirements

• BS in electrical/mechanical engineering or related field, or a degree in electro-mechanical/robotic/software design from an accredited technical institute or its equivalent with 5+ years of related experience.
• 3+ years of experience assembling, running, or maintaining robotic systems or scientific equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• General knowledge of electronic and computer equipment, software, and testing methods.
• The successful candidate will be well-organized, self-driven, creative, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple task requests.
• This position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced and growing environment.

Bonus

• Machine design experience.
• Mechatronics and power electronics experience.
• Experience with motion control systems.
• Background in experiment design.
• Familiarity with safety equipment, including safety harnesses and hoists.
• Experience with Linux, C/C++, ROS(2), and Python.


These attributes are great to have but not required for our candidates. Candidates who lack these should not be discouraged from applying.