Robotics Lab Technician - Equity & On-site NYC

Nidus Technologies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Health coverage through Thatch

Team lunches

Job summary

Nidus Technologies in New York City seeks a hands-on Lab Technician to keep our robotics lab, hardware, and data-collection systems running smoothly. You will assemble and maintain robotic systems, prepare workcells for experiments, manage tools, and support engineers to turn designs into working systems.

This role suits someone who enjoys solving mechanical and electrical problems and taking ownership of lab readiness, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Hands-on robotics lab or similar hands-on setting experience.
• Ability to assemble mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Comfort with common hand and power tools and safety practices.
• Ability to read assembly instructions, drawings and BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble robots, end effectors, and data-collection workcells.
• Maintain lab tools, test equipment, and workspaces.
• Prepare workcells for experiments and data collection.
• Coordinate with engineers on prototypes and testing.
• Document issues, repairs, and status of equipment.
• Help train staff on safe use of tools and robots.

Skills

Robotics lab experience

Mechanical assembly

Electrical troubleshooting

Read assembly drawings

Tool usage

Documentation of work

Communication with engineers

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree welcome

Tools

CAD tools (SolidWorks / Onshape / Fusion 360)

Notion / Airtable inventory

Job description

Nidus Technologies in New York City seeks a hands-on Lab Technician to keep our robotics lab, hardware, and data-collection systems running smoothly. You will assemble and maintain robotic systems, prepare workcells for experiments, manage tools, and support engineers to turn designs into working systems.

This role suits someone who enjoys solving mechanical and electrical problems and taking ownership of lab readiness, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliability.