Robotics Test Operator: Hands-On Robot Validation

Pickle Robot Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Unlimited vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) contributions

Travel expenses

Job summary

Pickle Robot Company in Massachusetts is seeking a hands-on Robotics Operations Technician to run test scenarios, operate automated equipment, and support the System Verification and Test teams. You will manage robot operations, perform routine maintenance, and ensure safety protocols are followed in a busy warehouse robotics environment.

The role offers growth potential within the robotics division, with opportunities to upskill into more advanced automation tasks as the organization scales its

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and technical environments (e.g., manufacturing, automotive, mechanical maintenance)
• Experience in manufacturing, robotics, or automation preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the workday
• Comfort working in confined spaces and around moving machinery

Responsibilities

• Operate robots through touchscreen interfaces to execute 1–10 test scenarios per day with minimal oversight from engineering teams
• Drive robots and equipment safely in and out of shipping containers and trailers following established safety protocols
• Perform routine robot maintenance such as cleaning lidar sensors and replacing components as needed (1–4 hours per week)
• Monitor robot performance during tests and identify functional issues or anomalies, communicating findings clearly to engineering teams
• Collaborate closely with System Verification and Test engineers and software engineers to ensure effective test execution
• Complete required safety training for confined space operations and adhere to all safety requirements

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety-conscious

Tools

Robotics operation software

Job description

Pickle Robot Company in Massachusetts is seeking a hands-on Robotics Operations Technician to run test scenarios, operate automated equipment, and support the System Verification and Test teams. You will manage robot operations, perform routine maintenance, and ensure safety protocols are followed in a busy warehouse robotics environment.

The role offers growth potential within the robotics division, with opportunities to upskill into more advanced automation tasks as the organization scales its