Robotics Application Engineer

M-Team Solutions; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

M-Team Solutions in Ann Arbor, MI, seeks a Robotics Applications Engineer/Technician to support deployment, troubleshooting, and operation of advanced robotic systems. This hands-on role emphasizes diagnosing hardware, software, and networking issues in Linux environments.

You will work with ROS1/ROS2, Python scripting, and field deployments, collaborating with engineering to reproduce and resolve field issues. This is a full-time, contract-to-direct opportunity requiring on-site work.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in robotics or related field may be preferred
• Strong Linux experience and scripting
• Experience with ROS1/ROS2 and robotics hardware/software troubleshooting

Responsibilities

• Participate in training on robot kinematics, electrical controls, mechanical systems, and proprietary software
• Develop expertise in robot assembly, disassembly, troubleshooting, and software systems
• Provide Tier 1 and 2 technical support for robotic hardware and software
• Perform root-cause analysis using logs, telemetry, test protocols, and data
• Troubleshoot robots, sensors, actuators, embedded computers, software, networking
• Document failure modes, root causes, workarounds, and procedures

Skills

Robotics

Linux

Python

ROS

Field Service

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/EE/CS or related field

Job description

Robotics Applications Engineer / Technician

Robotics | Linux | Python | ROS | Field Service | Technical Troubleshooting

Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Job Type: Contract-to-Direct, Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Field-Based / On-Site / 1st Shift and 2nd Shift Openings

We are seeking a Robotics Applications Engineer / Technician to support the deployment, troubleshooting, and operation of advanced robotic systems.

This is a hands‑on technical role for someone who enjoys working with robots, diagnosing complex problems, and solving issues across hardware, software, and networking.

The ideal candidate may come from a traditional robotics/automation background, but we're also interested in candidates with robotics projects, drone programming, college engineering projects, robotics competitions, or strong personal projects.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in intensive training covering robot kinematics, electrical controls, mechanical systems, and proprietary robotics software.
• Develop expertise in robotic system assembly, disassembly, troubleshooting, and software systems.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for robotic hardware and software.
• Perform root‑cause analysis using diagnostic logs, system telemetry, test protocols, and system data.
• Troubleshoot issues involving robots, sensors, actuators, embedded computers, software, communications, and networking.
• Work extensively in Linux‑based environments to diagnose system problems.
• Use Python for scripting, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and automation.
• Work with ROS 1 and/or ROS 2.
• Provide R&D with detailed bug reports, reproduction steps, diagnostic logs, and operational information.
• Work with engineering teams to reproduce and resolve field issues.
• Document failure modes, root causes, workarounds, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Maintain technical knowledge bases and deployment documentation.
• Maintain local service tools, diagnostic equipment, and spare‑parts inventory.
• Support field deployments and customer‑facing technical activities as required.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in robotics, technical support, field service, applications engineering, automation, or complex electromechanical systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong Linux experience.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with ROS 1 and/or ROS 2.
• Basic understanding of computer networking and network troubleshooting.
• Understanding of robotics, sensors, actuators, and electromechanical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and software issues using logs and diagnostic information.
• Familiarity with ticketing, incident‑management, or bug‑tracking systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical issues between end users and engineering/R&D teams.

C++ is a Plus — Not Required

C++ experience is helpful, but our primary focus is on candidates with strong Python, Linux, and ROS skills.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys figuring out why something isn’t working.
• Can troubleshoot across both hardware and software.
• Is comfortable working in Linux.
• Has hands‑on robotics experience or significant robotics‑related projects.
• Can work independently while knowing when to involve R&D.
• Communicates technical problems clearly and documents solutions thoroughly.
• Enjoys working in a hands‑on, field‑oriented environment.
• Wants to develop into a robotics subject matter expert.