Robotics Test & Hardware Validation Technician

Socket.dev; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gecko Robotics is seeking a hands-on Testing & Robotics Technician to verify and validate robotic hardware before field deployment. You will run test procedures, log data, and support RCA on hardware failures, shifting into build mode to assemble and configure new prototypes.

This role sits at the intersection of precision, curiosity, and craftsmanship. Work with engineers and field operators for real-time troubleshooting, prioritizing tasks and communicating clearly with team and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical assembly experience in shop, lab, manufacturing or equivalent background.
• Comfort operating precision measurement and test equipment (calipers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, force gauges, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail, ownership, and a disciplined approach to data collection and record-keeping.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, test procedures, and work instructions.
• Clear written communication: document observations and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative mindset: small team where everyone leans in.
• Self-motivated and eager to tackle the next challenge.

Responsibilities

• Testing: Execute test procedures for mechanical, electrical, and environmental verification of robotic hardware.
• Testing: Set up and operate test equipment including load cells, environmental chambers, oscilloscopes, calipers, and custom test fixtures.
• Testing: Collect, log, and organize test data; document results in test reports and internal tracking systems.
• Testing: Identify anomalies during testing and escalate clearly to the engineering team.
• Testing: Maintain and calibrate test equipment; keep the test lab organized and ready for use.
• RCA: Tear down and inspect failed hardware returned from the field or from testing.
• RCA: Document failure modes with photos, measurements, and written observations.
• RCA: Support T&R engineers in building failure timelines and identifying root causes.
• RCA: Track failures in Gecko's internal systems (FRACAS/GRIT) with accurate, detailed records.
• Build: Assemble robot prototypes from engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Build: Perform mechanical sub-assembly, hardware installation, cable routing, and basic system checkout.
• Build: Flag assembly issues or drawing discrepancies to the engineering team.
• Build: Support bench-level functional verification after assembly.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical assembly

Precision measurement equipment

Data collection and documentation

Reading engineering drawings

Clear written communication

Collaborative mindset

Self-motivated

Job description

Gecko Robotics is seeking a hands-on Testing & Robotics Technician to verify and validate robotic hardware before field deployment. You will run test procedures, log data, and support RCA on hardware failures, shifting into build mode to assemble and configure new prototypes.

This role sits at the intersection of precision, curiosity, and craftsmanship. Work with engineers and field operators for real-time troubleshooting, prioritizing tasks and communicating clearly with team and stakeholders