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U.S. manufacturers are under growing pressure to increase output while navigating workforce constraints, underutilized equipment, and increasingly complex supply chains. We believe the next generation of manufacturing will be enabled by more intelligent, flexible automation-systems that help people and machines work together to expand capacity and improve productivity.\nWe're building the intelligence layer that makes that possible.\nOur team comes from the intersection of defense technology and AI. We've built and shipped products to DoD customers, and we bring deep experience across ML, robotics, product development, and defense.\nWe're a small, in-person team in New York City working on hard problems that matter. If you want to build the future of American manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.\nAbout the Role\nWe are looking for a hands-on Lab Technician to help keep our robotics lab, hardware, and data-collection systems running smoothly.\nYou will assemble and maintain robotic systems, prepare workcells for experiments and data collection, manage tools and components, and handle the many practical tasks required to keep a fast-moving robotics team productive. You will work closely with hardware, robotics, and machine learning engineers to turn designs into working systems and make sure the lab is safe, organized, and ready for use.\nThis is a highly practical role for someone who enjoys building things, solving mechanical and electrical problems, and creating order in a busy hardware environment. The ideal candidate takes pride in careful workmanship, notices problems before they become blockers, and is happy to take ownership of whatever the lab needs.\nWhat You’ll Do\nRobot Assembly and Maintenance\nAssemble mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components for robots, end effectors, teleoperation systems, and data-collection workcells\n\nInstall motors, sensors, cameras, actuators, wiring harnesses, computers, and other robot hardware\n\nFollow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and written assembly procedures\n\nPerform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and component replacements\n\nSupport robot bring-up, calibration, configuration, and functional testing\n\nIdentify and document mechanical, electrical, and integration issues\n\nWork with engineers to troubleshoot failed or degraded systems\n\nRework assemblies and make minor mechanical or wiring modifications when needed\n\nBuild simple fixtures, mounts, brackets, cables, and other lab hardware\n\nLab Operations\nKeep workbenches, tools, equipment, robot workcells, and storage areas clean and organized\n\nMake sure tools, batteries, robots, computers, and test equipment are charged, functional, and ready for use\n\nMaintain an inventory of parts, fasteners, tools, consumables, and spare components\n\nLabel and organize parts, shelves, cables, assemblies, and work-in-progress systems\n\nMonitor inventory levels and coordinate the ordering and receiving of supplies\n\nReceive, inspect, record, and store incoming components and equipment\n\nPackage and prepare hardware for transport to customer sites or other facilities\n\nCoordinate equipment repairs, calibration, and maintenance when outside support is required\n\nHelp improve lab layouts and workflows as the team and robot fleet grow\n\nEngineering and Data-Collection Support\nPrepare robots and workcells for experiments, demonstrations, and data-collection sessions\n\nReset, repair, and maintain systems between data-collection runs\n\nAssist engineers with prototype builds, experiments, hardware testing, and failure investigations\n\nRecord build issues, test results, repairs, and equipment status\n\nCreate and maintain assembly instructions, checklists, maintenance logs, and standard operating procedures\n\nProvide feedback on assembly difficulty, serviceability, component quality, and recurring hardware failures\n\nHelp train employees and contractors on the safe use of tools, robots, and lab equipment\n\nTake on miscellaneous hands-on tasks needed to keep the lab operating effectively\n\nSafety\nMaintain a safe working environment around robots, machinery, batteries, electrical systems, and hand tools\n\nConduct routine checks of safety equipment and work areas\n\nMake sure aisles, exits, emergency stops, and robot operating zones remain clear\n\nReport hazards and help implement practical safety improvements\n\nFollow and reinforce lab procedures for tool use, equipment operation, lifting, and material handling\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n1-3+ years of experience in a robotics lab, machine shop, hardware startup, manufacturing environment, automotive shop, research lab, or similar hands-on setting\n\nExperience assembling mechanical or electromechanical systems\n\nComfort using common hand and power tools, including drills, drivers, torque wrenches, crimpers, soldering irons, and multimeters\n\nAbility to read and follow assembly instructions, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials\n\nBasic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills\n\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to producing reliable, repeatable work\n\nExcellent organizational habits and willingness to maintain shared tools and workspaces\n\nAbility to document work clearly and communicate problems to engineers\n\nComfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and hardware designs evolve quickly\n\nA proactive attitude and willingness to handle both technical work and everyday lab tasks\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent experience; a technical certificate or associate degree is welcome but not required\n\nNice to Have\nExperience working with industrial robot arms, collaborative robots, mobile robots, or teleoperation systems\n\nExperience with sensors, cameras, actuators, motor controllers, pneumatics, or electrical enclosures\n\nCable fabrication, soldering, connector crimping, and wire-harness assembly experience\n\nExperience with 3D printers, laser cutters, drill presses, or other light fabrication equipment\n\nFamiliarity with CAD models or tools such as SolidWorks, Onshape, or Fusion 360\n\nExperience maintaining inventory in Notion, Airtable, spreadsheets, or another inventory system\n\nExperience supporting robotics data collection, testing, or field deployments\n\nForklift, first-aid, electrical safety, or other relevant technical certifications\n\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to work on-site in a robotics lab\n\nAbility to stand, bend, reach, and work at a bench for extended periods\n\nAbility to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds\n\nAbility to use hand tools and work around moving robotic equipment\n\nOccasional schedule flexibility to support important experiments, builds, or demonstrations\n\nCompensation & Benefits\nBase Salary: $85k - $120k\nThe listed range reflects base salary only. Total compensation also includes meaningful equity and benefits:\nEquity: Meaningful ownership in what we’re building.\n\nHealth coverage: Medical, dental and vision through Thatch.\n\nTeam lunches: Lunch in the office with the team.\n\nOur benefits will keep growing as we do. If the work excites you, please apply. We’d love to talk!\nNidus Technologies is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.\nWe encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't feel like you're a perfect fit. 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