Robotics Lab Support Engineer

Robotics Lab Support Engineer
Mountain View, CA

Job Description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic familiarity with Git, Bash and Python
• Familiarity with robotic systems, kinematics, and control principles.
• Experience with teleoperation platforms.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Ability to perform fine motor and repetitive hand/arm movements for prolonged periods while operating teleoperation interfaces. This is a physical job, not a desk job.
• Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain attention to detail.
• Prior work in robotics labs, industrial automation, or VR environments.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in industrial or lab settings.
• Comfort with data annotation tools and basic troubleshooting.

Roles & Responsibilities
• Operate robotic arms and mobile robots via teleoperation interfaces.
• Execute precise manipulation tasks for assembly, material handling, and data collection.
• Monitor robot performance and ensure safety, accuracy, and responsiveness during sessions.
• Capture and annotate teleoperation data for AI training pipelines.
• Perform basic setup, calibration, and maintenance of teleoperation hardware.
• Collaborate with robotics engineers to troubleshoot issues and optimize control systems.
• Provide feedback on UI/UX for operator experience improvements.
• Maintain operational logs and adhere to safety protocols.