Hardware Technician

Ai, Inc
Boston, MA, United States
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$105,000.0 - $140,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Artificial Intelligence Robotic Automation Software Computer-augmented Design and Manufacturing Hardware Debugging

Job description

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, repairs, and hardware upgrades in both lab and customer environments. · Help troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during builds and deployments.

General Execution · Support a wide variety of operational and technical tasks as company needs evolve. · Work closely with engineering and operations teams to keep projects moving efficiently. · Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and highly functional shop environment.

Requirements

Education and Experience · High school diploma, trade school certification, or equivalent practical experience. · 1+ years of hands-on experience in a shop, manufacturing, fabrication, automotive, robotics, warehouse, or technical environment preferred. · 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. · Mechatronics, robotics, automotive, fabrication, or technical trade background is a strong plus. · Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, low-voltage wiring, sensors, or electromechanical systems preferred. · Experience with welding, machining, CAD, or custom fabrication work is a plus. · Experience supporting field installations, customer deployments, or warehouse operations preferred. · Forklift or material handling equipment experience is a plus.

Skills

· Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hardware systems.

· Hard-working, dependable, and willing to take ownership of tasks.

· Comfortable working long hours when needed to support deployments and deadlines.

· Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

· Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools.

· Hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude.

· Comfortable working in fast-paced startup environments.

· Ability to lift and move equipment and hardware safely.

· Technically curious with a willingness to learn new systems and tools quickly., Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive Manufacturing, Bandsaw, Business Operations, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Drilling Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Forklift, Hand Tools, Hardware Administration, Hardware Repair, Hardware Upgrades, Identify Issues, Laboratory Robotics, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Low Voltage (LV), Machining, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Prototyping, Research & Development (R&D), Robotics, Shipping/Receiving, Startup, Technical Support, Testing, Time Management, Vision Plan, Warehousing, Welding

Benefits & conditions

Compensation & BenefitsBase salary range: USD $105,000 - $140,000 (actual pay based on skills, experience, and location)., * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents

  • 401(k) with 100% company match, up to 6%
  • 20 days paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Paid sick leave
  • Wellness or gym stipend
  • Learning and development support
  • Equity/Bonus

About the company

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.

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