Robotics Lab Technician (MiR, N. Reading MA)

ID: 9525

Function: Engineering

Location: North Reading, MA, US

At Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), part of Teradyne, Inc., we’re revolutionizing internal transportation with our cutting-edge autonomous mobile robots. By automating workflows, we help people focus on what they do best and boost productivity. With over 370 employees and offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we’re rapidly expanding. As part of our global team of innovators, you’ll work alongside skilled professionals at the forefront of automation. At MiR, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to real-world solutions that are transforming industries and shaping the future of automation with state-of-the-art internal transportation technology.

Our Purpose:

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

Teradyne’s Defense and Aerospace Division leads in providing high-performance test solutions for defense and aerospace markets. Our products ensure the reliability of both military and commercial aerospace electronics. The growing demand for high-performance test systems is driven by new programs like tactical aircraft and missile systems, along with upgrade initiatives.

Our engineers thrive on a dynamic and customer-driven global work environment. We succeed through teamwork.

Opportunity Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Robotics Lab Technician to support our engineering and quality teams in maintaining, testing, and operating our robotic systems. This role is ideal for someone with a technical background and a passion for robotics and lab-based work. You will be a critical part of our hardware-software integration efforts, ensuring our systems are thoroughly tested and well-maintained.

As a Robotics Lab Technician, you will have the opportunity to experience a range of activities, which vary week to week and sometimes day to day.

These include:

• Assist software and hardware engineers with robot maintenance and troubleshooting
• Support QA engineers in planning and executing lab-based tests (setup, run, record results)
• Solder and rework simple electronic boards and connectors
• Operate various types of robots for functionality testing and data collection
• Receive, track, and organize incoming shipments; coordinate outgoing shipments for equipment and materials

All About You:

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• 1-3+ years working in a technical field (e.g., Software, Electrical, or Hardware Engineering), preferably with robotics experience
• Able to work onsite in the lab during weekday business hours
• Experience working in a robotics or mechatronics lab
• Familiarity with common robotics platforms or test tools
• Prior experience with lab inventory and logistics preferred
• Basic soldering skills and comfort working with electronics
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Self-driven in pursuing technical knowledge related to the job
• Continuously align work procedures and expectations with the changing needs and expectation of the dynamic business environment
• Must be able to follow safety protocols and maintain clean and organized work environment
• Able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment)

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.

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