Robotics Technician: Build, Repair & Streamline Systems

Parametric (YC F25); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Parametric PBC is hiring a hands-on technician to assemble robots in our SF shop, service them in the field, and help create repeatable build processes. You’ll work closely with engineers to interpret drawings, install harnesses, calibrate systems, and document changes as we move from prototype to production.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in electromechanical assembly, are comfortable with hand tools and testing equipment, and are willing to travel to deployment sites for installation and

Qualifications

• Two or more years of hands-on experience building, maintaining, or repairing electromechanical equipment.
• Experience with electrical assembly, including crimping, soldering, connectors, and wiring harnesses.
• Ability to follow mechanical drawings and basic wiring diagrams, spot discrepancies, and ask for clarification when something does not match.
• A methodical approach to troubleshooting: describe the problem, isolate the cause, verify the repair, and record what changed.
• Clear written communication and consistent attention to documentation, parts tracking, and build quality.
• Comfortable traveling to deployment sites for installation and service.

Responsibilities

• Assemble robots and mechanical and electrical subassemblies from engineering drawings and build instructions.
• Build and install wiring harnesses, sensors, actuators, and compute hardware; check connections and cable routing.
• Perform inspections, power-on checks, calibration, and functional tests before robots leave the shop.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical failures in the shop and at deployment sites; perform preventive maintenance.
• Implement and maintain repeatable build processes, including instructions and inspection checklists.
• Manage parts inventory: receive and inspect deliveries, organize stock, track usage, flag shortages.

Skills

Hands-on electromechanical experience

Hand tools & multimeter

Electrical assembly & wiring

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting methodical

Documentation & habits

Team collaboration & travel

Tools

Crimping tools

Soldering irons

Wiring harness tooling

Job description

Parametric PBC is hiring a hands-on technician to assemble robots in our SF shop, service them in the field, and help create repeatable build processes. You’ll work closely with engineers to interpret drawings, install harnesses, calibrate systems, and document changes as we move from prototype to production.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in electromechanical assembly, are comfortable with hand tools and testing equipment, and are willing to travel to deployment sites for installation and