Robotics Build Engineer
Foundation Inc
San Francisco, CA, United States
1 day ago
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Role details
Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
Computer-Aided Design
SolidWorks (CAD)
Software Debugging
Rapid Prototyping Process
Hardware Testing
Software Version Control
Job description
- Assemble and test humanoid robotic subsystems and complete systems through to Final Integration and Bringup with precision and care
- Interpret and contribute to mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams and assembly instructions
- Identify build challenges and provide feedback to improve designs and processes
- Support rapid prototyping, iteration and hardware validation
- Create documentation such as work instructions, BOMs and test procedures
- Troubleshoot hardware and electromechanical issues during assembly and testing
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe build environment
- Partner with supply chain and operations teams to evaluate components and materials
Requirements
- Experience building Humanoid Robots or complex hardware systems through professional experience, internships, research labs, or academic projects
- Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Onshape
- Familiarity with version control or basic hardware documentation practices
- Experience with robotics hardware such as actuators, sensors, harnesses, motors & PCBs
- Hands-on experience assembling, testing, or debugging mechanical or electromechanical systems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical tools (e.g., torque drivers, soldering, multimeters, etc.)
- Exposure to hardware testing, validation, and/or lab environments
- Mission-driven, highly dedicated, curious and prepared to tackle complex challenges
- Driven to overcome difficult obstacles and refuse to accept limitations
- Willing and able to support long hours, including weekends when needed
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering field (or significant relevant professional experience in lieu of an engineering degree)
- Open to Engineering candidates with strong internships, co-ops, or 1-2 years of total professional experience, as well as those with additional hands-on experience
- Hands-on experience assembling, testing, or debugging mechanical or electromechanical systems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical tools (e.g., torque drivers, soldering, multimeters, etc.)
- Exposure to hardware testing, validation, and/or lab environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in a fast-paced, iterative setting
- Clear communicator and collaborative teammate
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and willing to contribute beyond assigned tasks
Benefits & conditions
We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.). Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.
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