Engineering Technician, Robotics, DeepMind

Socket.dev; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

DeepMind is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the development of robotic systems in lab environments and validate them in real-world settings. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team pushing the boundaries of AI-enabled hardware and robotics.

The role involves building electromechanical prototypes, performing PCB rework, and coordinating with external fabrication partners for R&D prototyping and low-volume production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with cable harness assembly and generation of cable drawing packages.
• Experience with common lab instrumentation (DMM, oscilloscope, LCR meter, programmable load/power supplies).
• Experience with soldering such as fine pitch, BGA/LGA with soldering irons and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electromechanical prototype builds including kitting, assembly, and testing.
• Rework PCBs in a variety of different applications.
• Inspect incoming parts and coordinate with external fab houses and contract manufacturers.
• Cable harness assembly for R&D prototyping and low quantity builds.
• Track inventory of parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies across multiple sites.
• Execute Detailed Design Verification Test (DVT) of PCBAs following existing test documentation.

Skills

Soldering (BGA/LGA)

Lab instrumentation

Cable harness assembly

Electrical engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

LCR meter

Programmable load/power supplies

Rework tools

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with cable harness assembly and generation of cable drawing packages.
• Experience with common lab instrumentation (DMM, oscilloscope, LCR meter, programmable load/power supplies).
• Experience with soldering such as but not limited to (fine pitch, Ball Grid Array/Land Grid Array(BGA/LGA)) with soldering irons, tweezers, hot air rework pencils, preheaters, and reflow ovens.

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to work cross-functionally and in a team environment.

About the job:

As an Engineering Technician, you will engage in a variety of challenging projects, from building and prototyping robotic systems in laboratory settings to validating them in real-world scenarios. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multi-functional team dedicated to advancing the field of robotics.

Artificial intelligence will be one of humanity’s most transformative inventions. At DeepMind, we are a pioneering AI lab with exceptional interdisciplinary teams focused on advancing AI development to solve complex global challenges and accelerate high-quality product innovation for billions of users. We use our technologies for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery, ensuring safety and ethics are always our highest priority.

We are pushing the boundaries across multiple domains. Our global teams offer learning opportunities and varied career pathways for those driven to achieve exceptional results through collective effort.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $108,000 - $153,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with electromechanical prototype builds including kitting, assembly, and testing.
• Rework PCBs in a variety of different applications.
• Inspect incoming parts and coordinate with external fab houses and contract manufacturers Cable harness assembly for Research and Development (R&D) prototyping and low quantity builds.
• Track inventory of parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies across multiple sites.
• Execute Detailed Design Verification Test (DVT) of PCBAs following existing test documentation.