Field Mechatronics Technician – Robotics Hardware Support

Andromeda; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Andromeda is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Technician to keep deployed robots operating reliably and to support hardware development with San Francisco design partners.

You will diagnose field issues across mechanical, electrical, and software boundaries, perform repairs, and contribute to special projects that improve robot reliability and field readiness. This role requires travel within the United States and on-site collaboration with partners.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechatronics/Electronics or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years in robotics, automation, or electromechanical hardware.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical/electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical assembly, wiring, sensors, actuators, motors, and test equipment skills.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Ability to use common engineering tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Support deployed robots across the United States with repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and system-level issues.
• Plan and execute field repairs, hardware swaps, upgrades, and preventative maintenance.
• Document field findings and update troubleshooting guides.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve incidents and restore robot availability.
• Serve as on-call for hardware issues and capture failure modes and improvement ideas.
• Assist with safe handling, transport, installation, and commissioning of robotics hardware.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Field service

Documentation

Reading diagrams

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics/Electronics

Tools

CAD viewing

3D printing

Diagnostics software

Job description

Andromeda is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Technician to keep deployed robots operating reliably and to support hardware development with San Francisco design partners.

You will diagnose field issues across mechanical, electrical, and software boundaries, perform repairs, and contribute to special projects that improve robot reliability and field readiness. This role requires travel within the United States and on-site collaboration with partners.