Company

AI

HardwareTechnician

$105–140k Boston, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Hardware Technician. Skills: robotics lab support, shop operations, deployments support, mechanical aptitude, problem solving. Build, assemble, disassemble, and maintain robotic stations and supporting hardware. Assist with fabrication of custom parts, mounts, fixtures, and prototypes for R&D and deployments”

Industry & Context.

AI
Problems you'll solve

Hands-on problem solver; troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues

Eligibility Requirements

Occasionally travel onsite, Comfortable working long hours when needed to support deployments and deadlines, Ability to lift and move equipment and hardware safely, Employment may be contingent upon a background check

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma, trade school certification, or equivalent practical experience, Experience using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other fabrication tools, Experience assembling, repairing, or modifying mechanical systems and hardware, Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools, Ability to lift and move equipment and hardware safely

Nice to Have

1+ years of hands-on experience in a shop, manufacturing, fabrication, automotive, robotics, warehouse, or technical environment, Mechatronics, robotics, automotive, fabrication, or technical trade background, Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, low-voltage wiring, sensors, or electromechanical systems, Experience with welding, machining, CAD, or custom fabrication work, Experience supporting field installations, customer deployments, or warehouse operations, Forklift or material handling equipment experience

What You'll Do.

and maintain robotic stations and supporting hardware

Assist with fabrication of custom parts

and prototypes for R&D and deployments

Support engineering and deployment teams with mechanical builds and modifications

Operate shop tools and equipment safely and effectively

Maintain organized workspaces

and organize hardware

and deployment equipment

Load and unload shipments and support material movement throughout the shop

Assist with inventory tracking and replenishment of hardware and consumables

Prepare systems and materials for customer deployments and demonstrations

Occasionally travel onsite to assist with installation

and troubleshooting of robotic systems

and hardware upgrades in both lab and customer environments

Help troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during builds and deployments

Support a wide variety of operational and technical tasks as company needs evolve

Contribute to maintaining a safe

and highly functional shop environment

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with engineering and operations teams to keep projects moving efficiently; Support engineering and deployment teams with mechanical builds and modifications

Full Job Description

LOCATION Boston, US EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full time LOCATION TYPE Onsite DEPARTMENT Hardware Who We Are: We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries—empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities. Overview: As a Hardware Technician, you will play a critical hands-on role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our robotics lab, shop, and deployments. This is a highly practical, execution-focused role for someone who enjoys building, fixing, organizing, and solving problems in a fast-paced hardware environment. You will support everything from robot station assembly and fabrication to shipping, inventory, R&D support, and onsite installations. No two days will look exactly the same, and success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. Your Responsibilities: Shop & Hardware Support · Build, assemble, disassemble, and maintain robotic stations and supporting hardware. · Assist with fabrication of custom parts, mounts, fixtures, and prototypes for R&D and deployments. · Support engineering and deployment teams with mechanical builds and modifications. · Operate shop tools and equipment safely and effectively. · Maintain organized workspaces, tools, and shop inventory. Logistics & Operations · Package, ship, receive, and organize hardware, spare parts, and deployment equipment. · Load and unload shipments and support material movement throughout the shop. · Assist with inventory tracking and replenishment of hardware and consumables. · Prepare systems and materials for customer deployments and demonstrations. Field & Deployment Support · Occasionally travel onsite to assist with installation, setup, and troubleshooting of robotic systems. · Support testing, repair

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