Field Service Technician New Norfolk, VA

Path Robotics; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily free lunch

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

6 weeks paid parental leave + 12–14 wk

401(k) retirement plan

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Path Robotics seeks a technically proficient Field Service Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced robotic welding systems in diverse manufacturing environments.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and work closely with engineering to resolve problems at customer sites. Significant travel is required (75%+), with a focus on reliability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Technical training or trade school certification or equivalent industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical systems in manufacturing equipment.
• Welding experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Fluency in English; Spanish desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a multi-robotic welding system with robotic kinematics and dynamics.
• Load, monitor, and inspect welded assemblies using vision sensors.
• Manage inventory of parts and completed assemblies.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automation equipment at customer sites.
• Record and analyze data to support engineering-driven issue resolution.
• Collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot promptly.
• Interface with customers to optimize equipment efficiency.

Skills

Robotics

Field service

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Automation equipment

Programming basics

Spanish (desirable)

Education

Technical training or Trade School

Associate degree in Engineering Tech

Tools

Industrial welding systems

Robotic vision systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Field Service Technician to join our dynamic team focused on revolutionizing manufacturing processes. As a key member of our technical workforce, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced robotic welding systems and automation equipment. This role demands a strong understanding of engineering principles, hands‑on experience with mechanical and electrical systems, and the ability to integrate cutting‑edge technology into diverse manufacturing environments.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain a state-of-the-art multi-robotic welding system, demonstrating proficiency in robotic kinematics and dynamics.
• Load, monitor, and inspect welded assemblies with precision utilizing robotic vision systems and sensors.
• Accurately manage inventory of parts and completed assemblies.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automation equipment and cells, both locally and at customer sites.
• Record and analyze data to facilitate engineering-driven issue resolution.
• Monitor cell performance and ensure precise part fit-up.
• Operate specialized machines integrated into customer manufacturing processes.
• Integrate autonomous welding cells into customer manufacturing processes, demonstrating proficiency in robotic system integration and communication protocols.
• Service and maintain pneumatic systems, welding equipment, robotics, and electrical automation devices.
• Integrate autonomous welding cells into customer manufacturing processes.
• Gain expertise in Forge processes, including operating the cell through command prompts and code changes.
• Interface with customers to optimize equipment efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering resources to troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Inspect, clean, and replace electrical and mechanical components.
• Demonstrate adaptability to evolving needs and rapid developments in the field.
• Willingness to travel extensively (75%+ of the time) to customer sites

Who You Are

• Technical training, Trade School certification, Associate degree in Engineering Tech, or equivalent industry experience.
• Hands‑on experience in the design, assembly, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems, preferably in manufacturing equipment.
• Welding experience is desirable, but certifications are not mandatory.
• Fluent in English and Spanish is desirable, but not required
• Familiarity with fabrication or machine shop processes.
• Comfortable with learning and using programming languages.
• Detail-oriented with experience handling small and fragile components.
• Passionate about collaborative work in a dynamic environment.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the field.

Why You'll Love It 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

Voluntary Self-Identification

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As set forth in Path Robotics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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