Robotics Lab Support Engineer

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Basic familiarity with Git, Bash and Python

• Familiarity with robotic systems, kinematics, and control principles. 

• Experience with teleoperation platforms.

• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

• Ability to perform fine motor and repetitive hand/arm movements for prolonged periods while operating teleoperation interfaces. This is a physical job, not a desk job. 

• Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain attention to detail. 

• Prior work in robotics labs, industrial automation, or VR environments.

• Knowledge of safety protocols in industrial or lab settings.

• Comfort with data annotation tools and basic troubleshooting.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate robotic arms and mobile robots via teleoperation interfaces. 

• Execute precise manipulation tasks for assembly, material handling, and data collection. 

• Monitor robot performance and ensure safety, accuracy, and responsiveness during sessions. 

• Capture and annotate teleoperation data for AI training pipelines. 

• Perform basic setup, calibration, and maintenance of teleoperation hardware. 

• Collaborate with robotics engineers to troubleshoot issues and optimize control systems. 

• Provide feedback on UI/UX for operator experience improvements. 

• Maintain operational logs and adhere to safety protocols.