What are the responsibilities and job description for the Robot Technician position at NGV Talent?
Job Overview
We are hiring Robot Technicians to deploy, maintain, troubleshoot, and support advanced warehouse robotic systems. This is a hands-on role combining mechanical and electrical repair with Linux-based software troubleshooting.
The ideal candidate has strong hardware troubleshooting skills and is also comfortable using command-line tools, reviewing logs, running scripts, and working with engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
Key Responsibilities
• Deploy and support robotic fleets in warehouse environments
• Commission, test, configure, and debug robotic systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software-related robot issues
• Diagnose failures and perform routine and incident-based maintenance
• Use Linux command-line tools to review logs, run scripts, and support diagnostics
• Flash firmware and perform basic software configuration and troubleshooting
• Work with engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues
• Perform electrical troubleshooting using multimeters and related diagnostic equipment
• Complete mechanical repairs, assembly, adjustments, and component replacement
• Use soldering, crimping, torque, and standard hand tools as part of daily repairs
• Support root-cause analysis for major field incidents
• Provide onsite technical support and training to customer teams
• Maintain accurate service and repair documentation
Requirements
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing robots, industrial equipment, automation systems, mechatronics, or similar equipment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable using multimeters, hand tools, torque tools, soldering equipment, and electrical crimping tools
• Basic Linux command-line experience
• Comfortable navigating directories, reviewing logs, and running predefined scripts
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues methodically and explain your troubleshooting process
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures accurately
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
• Comfortable working directly with customers and engineering teams
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Linux & Software Experience
• Comfortable using basic Linux commands such as cd, ls, cat, grep, and tail
• Able to connect to robotic systems using SSH
• Able to run predefined Bash or diagnostic scripts
• Able to review system logs and identify basic errors
• Comfortable opening and editing basic configuration files using nano or vim
• Able to follow step-by-step software troubleshooting procedures
Preferred Qualifications
• 4 years of troubleshooting or debugging experience in robotics, industrial automation, mechatronics, or similar systems
• Mobile robotics experience
• Experience with basic system administration or network configuration
• Familiarity with relational databases or SQL
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, system block diagrams, circuit schematics, and engineering manuals
• Experience supporting robotic deployments or field service operations
• Experience working directly with engineering teams on hardware and software issues
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000