R&D Robotics Technician IV

As an R&D Robotics Technician at Boston Dynamics, you will be a part of a small, fast‑moving group helping with the construction, operation, testing, and troubleshooting of integrated mechanical and electrical systems in support of the Stretch Engineering team. You will perform hands‑on work on system designs and dense electromechanical integrations, contribute to lab building and debugging of robotic systems ranging from small test systems to fully integrated robots.

You must be able to work quickly and adapt to constantly evolving priorities and technical considerations, while keeping track of several task threads at the same time.

• Conduct initial build of complex prototype electromechanical sub‑assemblies such as computers, power distribution systems, sensors, embedded data acquisition systems, and embedded processors for robotic systems.
• Independently conduct design validation testing for new robot subsystems, troubleshooting and identifying root causes of system failures in sub‑assemblies and complete robots.
• Create test plans and procedures with little engineering guidance, identify detailed and nuanced design issues, and recommend corrective actions to design engineers.
• Design custom test fixtures or robot subsystems using CAD programs such as Altium and Catia.
• Plan lab equipment, work spaces, and project timelines in coordination with managers and engineers to ensure the necessary environment and equipment for project goals related to the creation of prototype robots.
• Maintain and monitor long‑running test‑stand experiments, collect test data, and communicate unexpected results or issues.

• Hands‑on experience building and debugging electro‑mechanical test setups, fixtures or similar equipment.
• Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, programmable loads, thermal probes.
• Ability to multitask and change priorities quickly as needed.
• Ability to clearly communicate test results and data verbally, in spreadsheets or other databases, and in written reports/slide decks.

• Experience with test automation.
• Experience with Python and command‑line operations in a UNIX‑like OS.
• Experience working with robots and/or robotic systems.
• Experience with CAD programs such as Catia, Solid Works, or similar.
• Experience interpreting schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience with PCB rework and cable assembly, especially technically difficult rework.

The pay range for this position is between $43.00 and $48.00 per hour. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and an annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.