Robotics Technician V

Boston Dynamics is seeking an R&D Robotics Technician. You will be 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 Spot Engineering team. Every day you will do hands‑on work on system designs and dense electromechanical integrations, contributing to lab building and debugging of robotic systems ranging from small test systems to fully integrated robots.

• Conduct initial builds 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; troubleshoot and identify 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.
• May 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 environment and equipment necessary to accomplish project goals related to creation of prototype robots.
• Maintain and monitor long‑running test‑stand experiments, collecting test data and noting and communicating unexpected results or issues.

• Hands‑on experience building and debugging electro‑mechanical test setups, fixtures, or similar equipment.
• Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, programmable loads, and 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 or 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 $40.44 to $48.00 hourly. Boston Dynamics offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and an annual bonus structure.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Automation Machinery Manufacturing