Deployment Engineer

OhioX; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily lunch provided

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave (6 weeks +)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Path Robotics in Columbus builds autonomous welding systems and integrates robots, sensors, and software into manufacturing environments. Deployment Engineers work at the interface of engineering and operations to ready robotic weld cells for customer deployment.

You will configure cells, identify and fix software issues, document errors in Jira, and collaborate with the team to improve release speed. Training technicians and maintaining documentation are also key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with C++, Python, Bash, ROS, and Git version control.
• Familiarity with robotics and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Configure and calibrate cell components to ensure robotic welding cells operate at Path Robotics facilities and customer sites.
• Identify software issues and implement fixes.
• Document system errors and submit Jira tickets for issues requiring engineering support.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to improve speed and stability of software releases.
• Update operation documentation and bring-up task processes as needed.
• Train Operating Technicians on new operation processes as needed.

Skills

C++

Python

Bash

ROS

Git

Linux CLI

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Tools

Jira

Job description

Build the Path Forward

At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.

Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.

Our Deployment Engineers work to seamlessly integrate our robots, sensors, and software into a cutting-edge autonomous welding system. They're the link between engineering and operations manufacturing groups as we prepare our robotic weld cells for deployment. You will report to our Senior Manager of Deployment Engineering and will join a team of dedicated, supportive, and enthusiastic people to help create the future of manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Configure and calibrate cell components to confirm our robotic welding cells are fully operational at Path’s manufacturing facility and the customer site
• Identify software issues and implement fixes
• Document system errors and submit Jira tickets for issues that require engineering team support
• Work with the engineering team to continually improve speed and stability of the software releases
• Update documentation of cell operation and bring-up task processes as needed
• Train Operating Technicians on new operation processes as needed

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in C++, Python, Bash, ROS, and Git version control
• Familiarity and experience with implementing and troubleshooting robotics and control systems
• Experience with the Linux environment and the command line interface
• A track record of strong documentation skills and a passion to leave things better than you found them
• Able to travel up to 30-50% during peak installation periods at customer sites throughout North America (ability to acquire a passport is required)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
• Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
• Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!

Who We Are

At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.

Regulatory and Compliance Requirements
This position may support work performed under U.S. Government contracts and requires compliance with applicable federal regulations, including FAR and DFARS where applicable. The role may involve access to export-controlled information subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Candidates must be able to comply with U.S. export control regulations, which may include meeting the definition of a “U.S. Person” where required. This position may also involve handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and requires adherence to company and federal data protection and confidentiality standards. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check consistent with applicable requirements.