Mechanical Technician / Manufacturing Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of robotic systems, subassemblies, fixtures, tools, and production hardware.
• Follow manufacturing process instructions, work instructions, drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Use common hand tools and power tools to complete builds and rework as needed.
• Perform basic mechanical inspection using calipers, pin gauges, torque tools, and other measurement equipment.
• Support fit checks, hardware installation, cable routing, fastener installation, and general system integration.
• Aid in basic electrical assembly tasks such as wire routing, connector installation, cable management, crimping, and light soldering as needed.
• Identify build issues, missing materials, unclear instructions, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide feedback to engineers and manufacturing leads on assembly steps, tooling needs, and design-for-manufacturing improvements.
• Maintain accurate build records, travelers, inventory logs, checklists, and other production documentation.
• Support general maintenance, organization, and preparation of robotic systems, workstations, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and 5S-ready work area.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.
• Perform other reasonable duties as needed to support manufacturing and prototype builds.
• Perform testing related to assembly process

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic shop equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, diagrams, and checklists.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to ask questions when instructions are unclear.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay organized and maintain accurate documentation.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Trade school, technical certificate, or relevant hands-on experience.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, machine assembly, prototype builds, manufacturing, or production work.
• Experience using calipers, torque drivers, pin gauges, or other inspection tools.
• Basic electrical assembly experience, including crimping, soldering, wire routing, or cable management.
• Experience working with robotics, medical devices, laboratory equipment, automotive systems, aerospace hardware, or precision mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with 5S, inventory control, travelers, build documentation, or quality-controlled manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Base salary range of $70,000–$80,000 annually. Total compensation includes stock options and an end of year bonus, plus a full suite of health benefits.