Robot Fleet Maintenance Lead

The role

You will bridge the gap between small volume production, engineering, and procurement. You will work with mechanical, electrical engineers and technicians to service and maintain the robot fleet.

What you will do

• Develop and implement maintenance processes
• Oversee repairs and coordinate service schedules
• Monitor fleet health and deployment readiness
• Diagnose and repair electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Develop and execute maintenance schedules and inspections
• Prioritize and respond to urgent service requests including after-hours support
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safety requirements
• Maintain service tools, parts inventory, and equipment calibration
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior technicians and operators

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in automotive service, manufacturing maintenance, prototyping, or R&D environments
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical/military experience
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Proficiency with diagnostic equipment and precision measurement tools, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, calipers, and micrometers
• Solid understanding of BLDC/stepper motors, servo drives, and communication interfaces (CAN, EtherCAT, Serial, Ethernet)
• Knowledge of safety standards, lab protocols, and maintenance best practices
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in factory or warehouse environments
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed

Nice to have

• Experience with automated machine builds, robotics maintenance, and fleet servicing
• Proficiency with lab automation tools (LabVIEW, Python/scripting) and service management software
• Relevant industry certifications, including IPC standards, CNC/machining, or ISO quality standards
• Experience working in fast-paced R&D or rapid prototyping environments

About the company

Maven Robotics designs, builds, and deploys intelligent robotics for logistics and manufacturing. They are building the first general-purpose robotics system for industrial work.