Robotics Data Collection Lead (Teleoperation)

Welo Data; Palo Alto (CA); Sur place; USD 57 000 - 81 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Welo Data currently seeks an onsite contractor in Palo Alto to lead a robotics data collection pilot. You will coach operators, enforce SOPs, and ensure safety while coordinating with client stakeholders during the 2-week pilot, with potential extension.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily execution, monitoring data quality, and performing first-level troubleshooting, all while maintaining thorough notes and improving SOPs as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience leading robotic teleoperation and/or HRI data collection.
• Strong communication, coaching and problem-solving skills in lab/field environments.
• Comfortable driving consistency, safety, and quality in repetitive workflows.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily execution and station readiness; enforce SOPs, quality, and safety protocols.
• Coach operators on teleoperation and HRI execution; provide on-the-spot refreshers and corrective guidance.
• Monitor live sessions and data quality; perform first-level troubleshooting and escalation issues appropriately.
• Maintain concise daily notes and issue trackers; communicate blockers, risks, and needs to client teams.
• Contribute to SOP and checklist refinements based on observations.
• Utilize client-provided equipment, SOPs, examples, and hands-on training to align the team on best practices.

Connaissances

Robotic teleoperation

HRI data collection

Communication & coaching

Description du poste

Project Details

• Location: Palo Alto, CA — 100% onsite
• Type: Contract
• Schedule: Full-time; 8 hours/day, 5 days/week
• Duration: Minimum 2-week pilot; potential extension through year-end and beyond
• Start: ASAP
• Compensation: US$50/hour
• Work authorization: Must be authorized to work onsite in the U.S.

Overview

• Lead onsite execution for the robotics data collection pilot with I2RT YAM bimanual robotic arms. Coach operators, ensure SOP adherence and safety, troubleshoot execution issues, and coordinate with client stakeholders. Note: this role does not own staffing schedules or inventory management.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily execution and station readiness; enforce SOPs, quality, and safety protocols.
• Coach operators on teleoperation and HRI execution; provide on-the-spot refreshers and corrective guidance.
• Monitor live sessions and data quality; perform first-level troubleshooting and escalation issues appropriately.
• Maintain concise daily notes and issue trackers; communicate blockers, risks, and needs to client teams.
• Contribute to SOP and checklist refinements based on observations.
• Utilize client-provided equipment, SOPs, examples, and hands-on training to align the team on best practices.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience leading robotic teleoperation and/or HRI data collection.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills in lab/field environments.
• Comfortable driving consistency, safety, and quality in repetitive workflows.