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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Technician - **Company:** Ai, Inc - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Automation Software, Computer-augmented Design and Manufacturing, Hardware Debugging - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/hardware-technician-us-m-f-d-boston-ma--a1bdd302-12ff-4d42-9318-e8eaa2d336a2 ## About the Role 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 ## 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. ## Related Videos - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Edit Your Future: Queerverse Radical AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/909-edit-your-future-queerverse-radical-ai) - [Industrial AI: Built for reality, operation, and people](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2074-industrial-ai-built-for-reality-operation-and-people) - [AI is dead, long live AK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1093-ai-is-dead-long-live-ak) - [Headless Flipper - embeddable mobile devtools for your CI and beyond](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/451-headless-flipper-embeddable-mobile-devtools-for-your-ci-and-beyond) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)