Hardware Systems & Lab Engineer, Robotics & Operations
On-site · New York City, New York, United States or Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
The Hardware Systems & Lab Engineer role involves designing and building custom robotic hardware systems, managing the robotics laboratory, and creating physical platforms for AI research. Responsibilities include developing modular hardware for testbeds, integrating sensors and actuators, and ensuring safety standards are upheld in lab operations. Candidates should have expertise in robotic hardware, strong mechatronics skills, and experience in lab management and safety. The role demands a blend of creative hardware development and rigorous operational standards.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in robotic hardware development
- Strong mechatronics skills spanning mechanical design (CAD, fabrication, assembly), electrical engineering (circuit design, power systems, signal processing), and embedded systems (microcontrollers, real-time control, ROS)
- Experience with lab management and safety including developing safety protocols, maintaining equipment inventories, organizing workspaces, and training users on proper procedures
- Ability to understand the research-hardware interface and translate researcher needs into hardware specifications
- Skilled at rapid prototyping and iteration with the ability to quickly build proof-of-concept systems
- Value documentation and maintainability with clear documentation for hardware designs and accurate BOMs
- Ability to progress with autonomy while ensuring safety
Desired Qualifications
- Experience at leading robotics labs (academic or industry)
- Background in research environments with understanding of experimental needs
- Expertise in specific areas like soft robotics, bio-inspired design, or micro-robotics
- Experience with ROS 2 and modern robot software stacks
- Teaching or training experience for lab safety and procedures
- Project management experience for complex hardware builds
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