Robot Service & Support Engineer

Agile Robots

$80K — $110K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field.
  • Familiarity with basic electrical circuits and hand tools.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, or PLC logic).
  • Strong problem-solving ability with a focus on understanding systems.
  • Effective communication skills for explaining technical concepts to non-technical users.
  • Willingness to travel for customer service and training.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in intensive training on robot systems to become a subject matter expert.
  • Provide Tier 1 technical support, addressing customer inquiries and escalating complex issues.
  • Perform on-site and in-house repairs on robotic systems, including preventative maintenance checks.
  • Utilize schematics and diagnostic tools to identify issues and root causes.
  • Aid in creating service documentation and updating troubleshooting FAQ articles.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to understand the product lifecycle and field challenges.
  • Manage inventory and tools to ensure readiness for service tasks.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development in advanced robotics technology.
Full Job Description
You will serve as a technical contact for customers,performing deployment, operation, and physical repairs of our robotic systems. This role is a unique blend of digital troubleshooting and hands-on electromechanical service and repair. Our team works closely with R&D and customers to ensure robots operate reliably in real-world environments.

Requirements

Key responsibilities
  • Learning & Development: Participate in intensive training programs covering robot kinematics, electrical control systems, and proprietary software. Work toward becoming a subject matter expert in the mechanical assembly and disassembly of our robotic systems.
  • Tier 1 Technical Support: Provide initial responses to customer inquiries via phone and email. Assist in diagnosing basic mechanical and software issues, escalating complex cases to Tier 2/3 support as needed.
  • Hands-on Service & Repair: Perform on-site and in-house repairs, including replacing motors, sensors, cabling, and structural components. Conduct preventative maintenance checks to ensure hardware longevity.
  • Diagnostic Assistance: Utilize schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic log files to identify root causes for performance issues and system failures.
  • Documentation: Assist in the creation of "lessons learned" reports and internal service notes. Update FAQ articles based on common entry-level troubleshooting queries.
  • Cross-Functional Support: Shadow senior engineers during site visits and collaborative meetings with Manufacturing and R&D to understand the product lifecycle and common field challenges.
  • Inventory & Tools Management: Maintain the local service kit and tools, ensuring all diagnostic equipment is calibrated and spare parts are organized for rapid deployment.


Experience & Attributes
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field.
  • Technical Aptitude: Familiarity with basic electrical circuits, hand tools, and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, or PLC logic).
  • Problem-Solving: A "tinkerer" mindset with a strong desire to take things apart and understand how they work.
  • Communication: Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users.
  • Travel: Willingness to travel to customer sites, locally and throughout the U.S., for hands-on service, training, systems installation and commissioning.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, and 401k.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in cutting-edge robotics technology.

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