Engineering Technician, Manufacturing

The role

This person will support the assembly, configuration, commissioning, and testing of robotic systems. The role involves mechanical and electrical assembly and system commissioning.

What you will do

• Assemble robotic systems including drive systems, pneumatic systems, conveyors, and robotic arms.
• Build and wire electrical panels and route cables and pneumatic lines.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, BOMs, and assembly instructions.
• Operate shop equipment, hand tools, and electrical test equipment.
• Configure and commission industrial computers, PLCs, motor controllers, sensors, cameras, LiDAR, and networking equipment.
• Work within Linux environments to navigate file systems, execute terminal commands, and install software dependencies.
• Clone, download, and update software repositories using Git.
• Configure network settings, device communication, and system parameters.
• Execute subsystem verification, automated test procedures, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, networking, and software-related issues.

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering technology, mechatronics, robotics, manufacturing technology, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of experience in electromechanical assembly, manufacturing, industrial automation, or robotic system integration.
• Strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, including wiring, troubleshooting, and interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.
• Working knowledge of Linux operating systems, including command-line navigation, file management, and execution of scripts.
• Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot integrated hardware and software systems.
• Basic understanding of computer networking, including IP addressing and Ethernet communication.
• Experience executing technical test procedures, diagnosing failures, and documenting results.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment, and common shop equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Nice to have

• Experience commissioning robotic systems, industrial machinery, or automated equipment.
• Experience with Pytho, or automated testing frameworks.
• Experience configuring PLCs, industrial computers, motor controllers, cameras, LiDAR, and other robotic sensors.
• Familiarity with GitHub, GitLab, or similar software repository management platforms.
• Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) or manufacturing validation procedures.
• Familiarity with mechanical CAD software, preferably SOLIDWORKS.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols and troubleshooting networked control systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Health, vision, dental, and 401(k) plans.

About the company

Contoro Robotics is a fast-growing startup based in Austin, TX, that designs and manufactures advanced robots for industrial automation. The company aims to solve labor challenges through advanced robotic solutions.