Robotics Technician
About Centific
Centific is a frontier AI data foundry that curates diverse, high-quality data, using our purpose-built technology platforms to empower the Magnificent Seven and our enterprise clients with safe, scalable AI deployment. Our team includes more than 150 PhDs and data scientists, along with more than 4,000 AI practitioners and engineers. We harness the power of an integrated solution ecosystem-comprising industry-leading partnerships and 1.8 million vertical domain experts in more than 230 markets-to create contextual, multilingual, pre-trained datasets; fine-tuned, industry-specific LLMs; and RAG pipelines supported by vector databases. Our zero-distance innovation™ solutions for GenAI can reduce GenAI costs by up to 80% and bring solutions to market 50% faster.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI creators and industry leaders by bringing best practices in GenAI to unicorn innovators and enterprise customers. We aim to help these organizations unlock significant business value by deploying GenAI at scale, helping to ensure they stay at the forefront of technological advancement and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets.
About Job
We're seeking a hands-on Robotics Technician who thrives in a research environment and enjoys solving practical engineering challenges. You'll be responsible for the full lifecycle of robotic hardware - from sourcing components and assembling custom systems to maintaining operational readiness and continuous improvement of our data collection infrastructure.
Job Descriptions
Source, evaluate, and procure robotic components including arms, grippers, sensors, cameras, and supporting hardware from multiple vendors
Build and integrate mechanical, electrical, and 3D-printed components into functional robotic systems
Establish preventive maintenance schedules and perform routine calibration, testing, and quality checks
Diagnose and resolve hardware failures quickly to maximize system uptime
Create and maintain documentation including equipment specs, maintenance logs, and troubleshooting guides
Work closely with robotics engineers to prototype new hardware configurations and test design iterations
Set up and configure workstations for data collection operations
Train data collectors on proper equipment handling and basic troubleshooting
Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with vendors on warranties and repairs
Champion safety best practices and maintain an organized, efficient workshop
Job Requirements
Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics, Robotics Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
2+ years working with electromechanical systems, industrial robots, or automated equipment
Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications
Hands-on experience with 3D printing (FDM/SLA) including post-processing and material selection
Working knowledge of sensors (force/torque, IMUs, encoders) and actuators (servos, stepper motors)
Comfortable using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic instruments
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently on troubleshooting
Excellent organizational skills and attention to documentation
Preferred
Experience with collaborative robotic arms (Universal Robots, Franka Emika, Dobot, etc.)
Familiarity with gripper technologies (parallel jaw, suction, soft robotics, custom end effectors)
Basic understanding of ROS or robotic control systems
Experience with motion capture systems or computer vision hardware setup
Background in procurement, vendor relationships, or supply chain coordination
Knowledge of machine shop tools and light fabrication