Visiting Hardware Engineer

Meta; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta invites a visiting hardware engineer to join Meta Superintelligence Labs in Menlo Park. You will repair, maintain, and prototype robotic systems to advance embodied intelligence and open science initiatives.

The role emphasizes hands-on repair, 3D printing fabrication, and disciplined documentation, with collaboration across data collection teams and lab staff. Compensation ranges from $118,000 to $139,000 per year plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience repairing consumer/commercial robots, drones, or comparable electromechanical devices.
• Solid understanding of robot mechanical structure, actuation, and basic electronics (motors, sensors, batteries, wiring).
• Proficiency with 3D printing workflows: preparing models in slicer software, running FDM/SLA printers, and post-processing prints.
• Comfortable assembling parts with hand tools, fasteners, and adhesives and able to follow mechanical drawings or assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• Robot repair and maintenance: Diagnose and repair commercial robots following established repair protocols
• perform routine preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Hardware fabrication: Operate 3D printing software (e.g., slicer tools, CAD viewers) to produce replacement and custom parts
• assemble printed components into functional subassemblies.
• Data collection support: Partner with data collection operators to swap out broken components quickly, keep devices charged and staged, and triage hardware issues that surface mid-session.
• Inventory and documentation: Track spare parts, consumables, and printed components
• log repairs and failure modes to help identify recurring issues.
• Workspace upkeep: Maintain a safe, organized hardware lab and charging area.

Skills

Robotics repair

Mechanical/electronics

3D printing

Mechanical assembly

Education

Robotics degree

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Onshape

Job description

Meta is seeking a visiting hardware engineer to join Meta Superintelligence Labs. You should have a keen interest in producing new, open science to make embodied agents more intelligent.

Visiting Hardware Engineer Responsibilities:

• Robot repair and maintenance: Diagnose and repair commercial robots following established repair protocols
• perform routine preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Hardware fabrication: Operate 3D printing software (e.g., slicer tools, CAD viewers) to produce replacement and custom parts
• assemble printed components into functional subassemblies.
• Data collection support: Partner with data collection operators to swap out broken components quickly, keep devices charged and staged, and triage hardware issues that surface mid-session.
• Inventory and documentation: Track spare parts, consumables, and printed components
• log repairs and failure modes to help identify recurring issues.
• Workspace upkeep: Maintain a safe, organized hardware lab and charging area.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience repairing consumer/commercial robots, drones, or comparable electromechanical devices
• Solid understanding of robot mechanical structure, actuation, and basic electronics (motors, sensors, batteries, wiring)
• Proficiency with 3D printing workflows: preparing models in slicer software, running FDM/SLA printers, and post-processing prints
• Comfortable assembling parts with hand tools, fasteners, and adhesives and able to follow mechanical drawings or assembly instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CAD tools (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Onshape) for minor part modifications
• Soldering and machining skills
• Prior experience supporting a robotics research lab or data collection operation
• Comfort with light scripting or running diagnostic tools on robot firmware/SDKs
• Undergraduate / MS degree in robotics

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today- beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics. Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail]. $118,000/year to $139,000/year + benefits. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.