Boston Dynamics

Field Application Engineer

Boston Dynamics • $100K — $130K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, or related field) or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience with robotic solutions, automation systems, or related technologies.
  • Hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, assembly, and maintenance.
  • Project management experience with robotics or automation concepts and deployment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing technical issues.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills for coordinating with teams and customers.
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Support the deployment and implementation of humanoid robot solutions at customer locations.
  • Conduct visits to gather data and assess requirements for successful integration.
  • Build test rigs and environments for reliability and acceptance testing in the lab.
  • Organize and conduct product demonstrations for customers and stakeholders.
  • Represent the company at expos, delivering live product demonstrations.
  • Ensure timely testing of different product releases before customer delivery.
  • Plan and supervise on-site Proof of Concept (PoC) and pilot projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 23 days of PTO with separate sick leave and paid company holidays.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match.
  • Stock options with potential upside as the company scales.
  • Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in-office.
  • Collaboration with top-tier engineers and researchers in AI and robotics.
  • Opportunity to influence product development and own key initiatives.
Full Job Description
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Application Engineer to support the deployment and integration of our humanoid robot solutions at customer facilities in North America. The role involves on-site visits to customer facilities, data collection, lab-based simulations, executing high-quality demos, conducting in-lab and in-field testing and supporting on-site solution integration. This position requires technical expertise, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a customer-centric approach.

What You'll Do
  • Support the deployment and implementation of humanoid robot solutions at customer locations.
  • Conduct visits to customer facilities to gather data, assess requirements to ensure successful integration of robotic solutions.
  • Build physical twins, test rigs and test environments in our lab for reliability, performance and acceptance testing.
  • Organize and conduct product demonstrations in the lab for customers, investors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Represent the company at expos and industry events, delivering live product demos.
  • Test different product releases, ensuring timely delivery to customer sites.
  • Support solution integration in customer facilities, ensuring seamless operation.
  • Plan, organize, and supervise on-site Proof of Concept (PoC) and pilot projects, both short and long-term.
  • Collect and analyse product data and customer feedback; to improve product performance and deployment efficiency.
  • Perform minor maintenance tasks on robotic systems, including troubleshooting with remote engineering support.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product development, and customer support teams to optimize deployment strategies.


What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field) or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Experience with robotic solutions, automation systems, or related technologies.
  • Hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, assembly, and maintenance.
  • Experience managing robotics or automation concept/pilot projects and deployment processes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently, under pressure.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and customers.
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to dynamic environments.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with customers, including senior stakeholders and operations staff.
  • Willingness to travel for short-to long-term assignments at customer and partner facilities across North America with occasional travel to Humanoid HQ and other locations in Europe. Approximately 40% travel.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in warehouse/logistics automation, industrial robotics or humanoid robotics deployment.
  • Familiarity with software integration and sensor-based automation.
  • Experience with CAD modeling, 3D scanning, or digital twin technology.
  • Experience with commissioning or acceptance testing
  • Experience with automation business case development.
  • Experience working in complex operational environments
  • Ability to deliver engaging presentations and live demonstrations to diverse audiences.
What We Offer
  • Comprehensive health coverage for US-based employees, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, with virtual care and employee assistance resources.
  • Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of PTO (accrued), separate sick leave, and paid company holidays.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match.
  • Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside as we scale.
  • Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in-office.
  • Collaboration with top-tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics.
  • Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives.
    For this role in Massachusetts, the expected base salary range is $100K-$130K USD per year; your placement in that range depends on how your experience maps to our internal leveling.

About Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics is an American engineering and robotics design company founded in 1992 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The company is best known for the development of BigDog, a quadruped robot designed for the U.S. military. Boston Dynamics has also developed a number of other robots, including Spot, a four-legged robot designed for indoor and outdoor operation, and Atlas, a humanoid robot designed for a variety of search and rescue tasks. In 2013, the company was acquired by Google X, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. In 2020, the company was acquired by Hyundai Motor Group. Boston Dynamics is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Learn more about Boston Dynamics
Size
300 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1992
* Ladders Estimates

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