Robotics Assembly Technician I: Build & Debug Machines

Foundry Robotics

Emeryville (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 84,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Equity eligible

Job summary

Foundry Robotics is hiring Assembly Technicians to build advanced robotic systems in Emeryville. You will own assemblies from prototypes to pilot production, ensuring quality and documentation through the full build lifecycle.

Roles include I, Sr., and Lead levels with escalating independence and ownership. Strong soldering, schematics literacy, and certification requirements apply; in-person work on site at our Emeryville facility.

Qualifications

HS diploma or equivalent with hands-on experience in electromechanical assembly or robotics.
Active J-STD-001 certification.
Active IPC-A-610 certification.
Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
Proficiency with hand and power tools and testing equipment.
Strong soldering skills and troubleshooting ability across electrical/mechanical failures.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Build and assemble electromechanical robot subassemblies and full systems to IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 criteria.
Solder, terminate, crimp, and route wiring and cable assemblies; verify with continuity tests.
Move between prototype, engineering validation, pilot production, and field rework.
Perform on-robot rework and debugging to resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
Read diagrams and BOMs; catch discrepancies between drawings and hardware.
Run functional checkout and bring-up on completed robots; document results.
Maintain accurate, traceable build records and keep workspace safe and audit-ready.