Hardware Technician US (m/f/d)

Location

Boston, US

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Onsite

Department

Hardware

Who We Are:

We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries-empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities.

Overview:

As a Hardware Technician, you will play a critical hands-on role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our robotics lab, shop, and deployments. This is a highly practical, execution-focused role for someone who enjoys building, fixing, organizing, and solving problems in a fast-paced hardware environment.

You will support everything from robot station assembly and fabrication to shipping, inventory, R&D support, and onsite installations. No two days will look exactly the same, and success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed.

Your Responsibilities:

Shop & Hardware Support

• Build, assemble, disassemble, and maintain robotic stations and supporting hardware.
• Assist with fabrication of custom parts, mounts, fixtures, and prototypes for R&D and deployments.
• Support engineering and deployment teams with mechanical builds and modifications.
• Operate shop tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain organized workspaces, tools, and shop inventory.

Logistics & Operations

• Package, ship, receive, and organize hardware, spare parts, and deployment equipment.
• Load and unload shipments and support material movement throughout the shop.
• Assist with inventory tracking and replenishment of hardware and consumables.
• Prepare systems and materials for customer deployments and demonstrations.

Field & Deployment Support

• Occasionally travel onsite to assist with installation, setup, and troubleshooting of robotic systems.
• Support testing, repairs, and hardware upgrades in both lab and customer environments.
• Help troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during builds and deployments.

General Execution

• Support a wide variety of operational and technical tasks as company needs evolve.
• Work closely with engineering and operations teams to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and highly functional shop environment.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, trade school certification, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in a shop, manufacturing, fabrication, automotive, robotics, warehouse, or technical environment preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other fabrication tools.
• Experience assembling, repairing, or modifying mechanical systems and hardware.
• Mechatronics, robotics, automotive, fabrication, or technical trade background is a strong plus.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, low-voltage wiring, sensors, or electromechanical systems preferred.
• Experience with welding, machining, CAD, or custom fabrication work is a plus.
• Experience supporting field installations, customer deployments, or warehouse operations preferred.
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience is a plus.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hardware systems.
• Hard-working, dependable, and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Comfortable working long hours when needed to support deployments and deadlines.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools.
• Hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced startup environments.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and hardware safely.
• Technically curious with a willingness to learn new systems and tools quickly.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: USD $105,000 - $140,000 (actual pay based on skills, experience, and location).

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents

• 401(k) with 100% company match

• 20 days paid time off

• Parental leave

• Paid sick leave

• Wellness or gym stipend

• Learning and development support

• Equity/Bonus

Additional Information

• Employment may be contingent upon a background check consistent with applicable law.

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.