Robotic Field Engineer

Square Robot, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Career growth opportunities

Training and development programs

Health, dental, vision, and retirement

Job summary

Square Robot, Inc. is a Houston-based global robotics tech company specializing in submersible robotic inspections of above-ground storage tanks.

The Field Engineer will perform in-service inspections, maintain robotic systems, troubleshoot issues in the field, and travel extensively to client sites worldwide. Requirements include a BS in engineering, strong communication, problem-solving, networking knowledge, and willingness to travel and carry up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and creatively solve problems.
• Understanding of computer networking principles.
• Must carry 50 lbs and access stairs/height safely.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-service robotic tank inspections at customer sites.
• Maintain and repair autonomous inspection robot systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot software, electrical, and mechanical issues in the field.
• Author concise daily activity and issue reports.
• Identify operational and technical issues with the engineering team to resolve them.
• Extensive domestic and international travel; flexibility with hours.
• Adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with team for continuous improvement of systems and processes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Field work

Communication

Networking

Programming (C++/Python)

Safety awareness

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Square Robot, Inc. is a global robotics technology company specializing in submersible robotic inspections of above-ground storage tanks. With a mission to keep tanks online, eliminate confined space entry, contain the release of emissions, and increase operational efficiency while delivering high-fidelity data, Square Robot deploys its robotic fleet and best-in-industry team to deliver storage tank inspections across the globe.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-service robotic tank inspections at customer sites including refineries, storage tank terminals, power generating facilities and other industrial locations
• Maintain and repair autonomous inspection robot systems and related support equipment
• Troubleshoot complex software, electrical, and mechanical issues in the field while conveying competence and confidence to our customer
• Author detailed reports of daily activities and issues encountered in a concise manner
• Identify operational as well as technical issues encountered in the field, communicating and working with the rest of the engineering team to arrive at a solution
• Extensive travel, both domestic and international, extended working hours, and exposure to a wide range of weather and site conditions
• Routinely pass periodic drug tests and safety training for site access
• Adhere to the highest possible safety standards at all times
• Work as a team to offer and solicit feedback and ideas to facilitate continuous improvement of our systems and processes

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in engineering relevant to activities and industry or equivalent experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and creatively solve problems
• Understanding of computer networking principles
• Ability and willingness to safely carry and handle substantial weight (50 lbs) and walk uliexterior staircases to a height of 70 feet (100 steps)
• Valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience configuring and deploying robotic solutions
• Familiarity with working on an Oil & Gas job site
• Experience designing, implementing, and debugging C++, Python code and Bash scripts
• Prior experience in a Field Engineer role
• Position is based out of our Houston, TX office with extensive domestic and international travel.
• Projects may require outdoor work in plants and terminals.
• May involve working in confined spaces and high noise areas.
• Compliance with all Square Robot and customer-required PPE is mandatory.
• Willingness to tolerate varying weather conditions.

Position is based out of our Houston, TX office with extensive domestic and international travel.

Projects may require outdoor work in plants and terminals.

May involve working in confined spaces and high noise areas.

Compliance with all Square Robot and customer-required PPE is mandatory.

Willingness to tolerate varying weather conditions.

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment.
• Training and development programs.Health, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

Square Robot, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Square Robot, Inc. will not discriminate against job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,