Robot Technician Job Township of Cranbury New Jersey USA,IT/Tech

Job Overview

We are hiring Robot Technicians to deploy, maintain, troubleshoot, and support advanced warehouse robotic systems. This is a hands-on role combining mechanical and electrical repair with Linux-based software troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate has strong hardware troubleshooting skills and is also comfortable using command-line tools, reviewing logs, running scripts, and working with engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

Key Responsibilities

Deploy and support robotic fleets in warehouse environments
Commission, test, configure, and debug robotic systems
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software-related robot issues
Diagnose failures and perform routine and incident-based maintenance
Use Linux command-line tools to review logs, run scripts, and support diagnostics
Flash firmware and perform basic software configuration and troubleshooting
Work with engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues
Perform electrical troubleshooting using multimeters and related diagnostic equipment
Complete mechanical repairs, assembly, adjustments, and component replacement
Use soldering, crimping, torque, and standard hand tools as part of daily repairs
Support root-cause analysis for major field incidents
Provide onsite technical support and training to customer teams
Maintain accurate service and repair documentation

Requirements

Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing robots, industrial equipment, automation systems, mechatronics, or similar equipment
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Comfortable using multimeters, hand tools, torque tools, soldering equipment, and electrical crimping tools
Basic Linux command-line experience
Comfortable navigating directories, reviewing logs, and running predefined scripts
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues methodically and explain your troubleshooting process
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures accurately
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
Comfortable working directly with customers and engineering teams
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Linux & Software Experience

Comfortable using basic Linux commands such as cd, ls, cat, grep, and tail
Able to connect to robotic systems using SSH
Able to run predefined Bash or diagnostic scripts
Able to review system logs and identify basic errors
Comfortable opening and editing basic configuration files using nano or vim
Able to follow step-by-step software troubleshooting procedures

Preferred Qualifications

4+ years of troubleshooting or debugging experience in robotics, industrial automation, mechatronics, or similar systems
Mobile robotics experience
Experience with basic system administration or network configuration
Familiarity with relational databases or SQL
Ability to read mechanical drawings, system block diagrams, circuit schematics, and engineering manuals
Experience supporting robotic deployments or field service operations
Experience working directly with engineering teams on hardware and software issues