Robotics Lab Technician: Hardware, 3D Printing & Calibration

HireArt; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HireArt is assisting our client in finding a Robotics Lab Technician to build, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware for robotics data collection operations in a San Francisco lab. You will support lab infrastructure from robot arms to cameras and compute systems, keeping stations operational and calibrated.

The ideal candidate is hands-on with robotics or hardware prototyping, and you are a methodical troubleshooter who can work across mechanical, electronics, and basic computer setup.

Qualifications

• Hands-on robotics or hardware prototyping experience in a lab, R&D, or fabrication setting.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and document hardware issues clearly.
• Experience with 3D printing, basic fabrication, and safe lab practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure, and maintain robotics data collection stations and related hardware.
• Operate 3D printers and fabricate fixtures, maintaining calibration and stock.
• Diagnose hardware/connectivity issues and document resolutions for the team.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep service records up to date.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate replenishment risks.
• Set up new task environments per research specs and support pilot tests.
• Create technical documentation including wiring diagrams and setup checklists.
• Ensure lab and equipment safety practices are followed.

Skills

Robotics experience

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Lab safety

Inventory management

Tools

3D printing

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Onshape

Linux

Job description

HireArt is assisting our client in finding a Robotics Lab Technician to build, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware for robotics data collection operations in a San Francisco lab. You will support lab infrastructure from robot arms to cameras and compute systems, keeping stations operational and calibrated.

The ideal candidate is hands-on with robotics or hardware prototyping, and you are a methodical troubleshooter who can work across mechanical, electronics, and basic computer setup.