Automation Prototyping Technician

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking an Engineering Technician to support development, build, testing, deployment, and improvement of automation products and systems. You will work with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to turn designs into robust, field-ready hardware.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, technically curious, organized, and able to use hands-on judgment to identify problems and improve products and processes. This role is based onsite at our facility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience in engineering technology, electromechanical systems, robotics, manufacturing, industrial automation, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in an engineering lab, prototype environment, automation company, equipment manufacturer, field service role, or similar technical position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, modify, and evaluate prototype automation equipment and assemblies.
• Support the transition from engineering designs and CAD models to functional hardware.
• Identify issues during assembly, integration, testing, and early product builds.
• Provide practical feedback on manufacturability, assembly sequence, installation, serviceability, tool access, cable routing, hardware selection, and component accessibility.
• Recommend design and process improvements based on hands-on experience.
• Support mechanical and electromechanical assembly, adjustment, alignment, and system integration.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Hands-on engineering

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in engineering technology or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Measurement equipment

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking an Engineering Technician to support development, build, testing, deployment, and improvement of automation products and systems. You will work with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to turn designs into robust, field-ready hardware.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, technically curious, organized, and able to use hands-on judgment to identify problems and improve products and processes. This role is based onsite at our facility.