Senior Assembly Technician

The role

Assembly Technicians build, wire, assemble, test, and rework robots. Work includes prototype units, pilot production builds, and field rework.

What you will do

• Build and assemble electromechanical robot subassemblies and full systems
• Solder, terminate, crimp, and route wiring and cable assemblies
• Perform on-robot rework and debugging
• Read and work from schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and BOMs
• Run functional checkout and bring-up on completed robots
• Keep accurate, traceable build records
• Maintain a safe, organized, ESD-compliant, and audit-ready workspace

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Hands-on experience in electromechanical assembly, robotics, aerospace, medical device, or comparable low-volume, high-mix build environments
• Active J-STD-001 certification
• Active IPC-A-610 certification
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical assembly drawings, and BOMs
• Proficiency with hand and power tools (torque drivers, crimpers, strippers, heat guns)
• Proficiency with measurement tools (multimeter, calipers)
• Strong soldering skills, including fine-pitch and through-hole rework
• Solid troubleshooting ability across electrical and mechanical failures
• Ability to work independently with minimal hand-holding

Nice to have

• Associate's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification
• Familiarity with IPC-7711 / 7722 rework and repair standards
• Experience with actuators, gearboxes, servo drives, sensors, or battery systems
• Experience working from an MES, ERP, or traveler-based build tracking system
• Basic CAD proficiency for viewing and marking up drawings
• Prior experience in a startup or rapid-iteration hardware environment
• For Technician Lead: prior experience leading builds or a technician team

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Equity

About the company

Foundry Robotics is building an AI-native robotics manufacturing company focused on deploying advanced assembly and production capability. They are building robots that build robots.