Robot Service & Support Engineer (Boston, MA based)

Agile Robots SE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Agile Robots is seeking a Robot Service & Support Engineer to lead technical deployments, diagnose complex issues, and perform hands-on repair on robotic systems. You will work closely with R&D and customers to ensure reliable operation in real-world environments.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, knowledge of control systems, and programming in Python/C++/PLC, plus travel across the U.S. and to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/CS/Robotics or related field.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, control systems.
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, C++, PLC).
• Strong analytical problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
• Excellent communication to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Willingness to travel regionally and across the U.S. for hands-on service.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced knowledge of robot kinematics, electrical control systems, and software to support deployment and performance.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for customer issues, diagnosing problems and coordinating with R&D.
• Lead on-site and in-house service engagements, plan repair strategies, and perform component replacements.
• Perform root-cause analysis using schematics, test data, and logs to drive improvements.
• Create lessons learned reports and service notes; contribute to knowledge base.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and R&D to feed field findings into product improvements.
• Define service kit and spare parts requirements for the region and ensure diagnostic tools are calibrated.

Skills

Robot kinematics

Electrical control systems

Python/C++/PLC

Communicating clearly

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/CS/Robotics

Tools

Python

C++

PLC

Job description

Agile Robots is a global leader in industrial and humanoid robotics and physical AI, integrating advanced machine learning and robotic vision to redefine the future of work. Headquartered in Munich with a global workforce of 3,000+, we are expanding our North American service and support team.

We are a rapidly growing world-class team, constantly on the cutting edge of what's possible in AI-driven robotics and automation, creating fast time-to-market solutions for the automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare and service industries. Our products are known for their precision, reliability, and ease of integration. We are actively recruiting mid-level engineering professionals with a solid foundational background in advanced automation to scale our operations and support the deployment of our cutting-edge robotic systems.

Role Overview

We are seeking a technically skilled Robot Service & Support Engineer. You will serve as the primary technical lead for customer deployments, applying engineering principles to install, commission, diagnose, and resolve complex issues with our robotic systems. This role combines advanced systems-level troubleshooting, skillful customer communication and hands-on repair, requiring independent judgment on root-cause analysis and corrective action. Our team works closely with R&D and customers to ensure robots operate reliably in real-world environments.

Requirements

Key responsibilities

• Technical Expertise: Apply advanced knowledge of robot kinematics, electrical control systems, and proprietary software to serve as a subject matter expert on the design, integration, and performance of our robotic systems
• Customer Technical Escalation: Serve as a technical point of contact for customer issues, independently analyzing complex mechanical, electrical, and software problems, determining corrective actions, and engaging R&D on issues requiring design changes
• Field Service Engineering: Plan and lead on-site and in-house service engagements for your customers, determining repair strategies and performing component-level replacements (motors, sensors, cabling, structural components) as needed. Develop and refine preventative maintenance programs to improve hardware longevity
• Root-Cause Analysis: Apply engineering analysis to schematics, test data, and diagnostic log files to determine root causes of performance issues and system failures, and recommend design or process improvements
• Documentation: Author "lessons learned" reports and technical service notes. Develop knowledge-base content based on field issues and their resolutions
• Cross-Functional Support: Partner with Manufacturing and R&D to feed field findings into product improvements and represent the customer perspective across the product lifecycle
• Inventory & Tools Management: Define service kit and spare-parts requirements for the region and ensure diagnostic equipment remains calibrated to support rapid deployment

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, control systems, and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, or PLC logic)
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply engineering principles to diagnose and resolve issues in complex electromechanical systems
• Communication: Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users
• Travel: Willingness to travel to customer sites, regionally and throughout the U.S., for hands-on service, training, systems installation and commissioning

Classification And Compensation

• Employment type. Full-time, exempt (salaried).
• Salary range: $105,000 to $140,000 USD per year, depending on experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, and 401k.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in cutting-edge robotics technology.

Agile Robots is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accommodations: If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]