Lab Engineer: Robotics & Automation Verification

Veriipro; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro is seeking a hands-on Lab Engineer to support robotics system verification, validation, and prototype testing in a busy lab environment in Boston. You will maintain test environments, perform hardware repairs, and support the integration of motion capture and third‑party instrumentation.

The role requires strong electro‑mechanical troubleshooting, CAD/SOP interpretation, and the ability to develop technical documentation for tests and procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a technical laboratory, robotics, electro‑mechanical, automation, or similar environment.
• 5+ years troubleshooting, diagnosing, operating, and maintaining electro‑mechanical systems, PLC/I/O control systems, or laboratory equipment.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with hardware rework, equipment repair, prototype fabrication, component testing, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot hardware and identify root causes of equipment and system issues.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, CAD drawings, technical specifications, and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot test environments, fixtures, PLC/I/O control systems, and laboratory equipment to ensure high test uptime.
• Perform hardware rework, component testing, prototype fabrication, and robot repairs.
• Diagnose equipment issues and perform root-cause troubleshooting of electro‑mechanical systems.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot optical motion capture systems, such as OptiTrack and Vicon.
• Configure motion capture systems, including rigid body and skeleton setups, and support post-processing activities.
• Integrate third-party instrumentation such as force plates and gantry controls into test and tracking environments.
• Manage laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, materials, and workstation systems.
• Follow required laboratory safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and equipment interlock protocols.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings, electrical schematics, equipment specifications, and SOPs.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test reports, work instructions, troubleshooting procedures, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to identify requirements and develop effective laboratory tools and processes.

Skills

Robotics lab experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Hardware rework

Technical documentation

Python/C++ scripting

Tools

OptiTrack motion capture

Vicon motion capture

CAD drawings

Electrical schematics

Job description

Veriipro is seeking a hands-on Lab Engineer to support robotics system verification, validation, and prototype testing in a busy lab environment in Boston. You will maintain test environments, perform hardware repairs, and support the integration of motion capture and third‑party instrumentation.

The role requires strong electro‑mechanical troubleshooting, CAD/SOP interpretation, and the ability to develop technical documentation for tests and procedures.