Actuators Engineering Tech - Robotics Prototyping

OpenAI, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Relocation support

Meal credits

Job summary

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble and test custom electromechanical actuators for advanced robotics in our San Francisco facility.

You will work from engineering drawings to build subassemblies, set up tests, and capture measurements in support of prototype development. You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and test engineers to troubleshoot issues, improve build practices, and maintain thorough records.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building or testing mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical hardware in a lab, prototype shop, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work from drawings, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and procedures with attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools, torque tools, and measurement equipment with consistent workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Actuator builds: assemble subassemblies and complete actuators from drawings, BOMs, and work instructions, checking fit and torque.
• Testing: set up and run mechanical and electrical tests, record measurements, and identify deviations.
• Stator prototyping: support winding, insulation, termination, and rework per documented instructions.
• Troubleshoot build/test issues with engineers; isolate problems and verify results after rework.
• Maintain accurate build/test records and traceability.
• Improve work instructions, fixtures, tooling, and part organization as prototypes evolve.
• Follow safety, ESD, cleanliness, and quality practices; report blockers as priorities change.

Skills

Manual assembly

Electrical testing

Prototyping

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeters

LCR meters

Torque tools

Soldering

Job description

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble and test custom electromechanical actuators for advanced robotics in our San Francisco facility.

You will work from engineering drawings to build subassemblies, set up tests, and capture measurements in support of prototype development. You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and test engineers to troubleshoot issues, improve build practices, and maintain thorough records.