Hardware Technician US (m/f/d)

LOCATION Boston, US EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full time LOCATION TYPE Onsite DEPARTMENT Hardware Who We Are: We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries—empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities. Overview: As a Hardware Technician, you will play a critical hands-on role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our robotics lab, shop, and deployments. This is a highly practical, execution-focused role for someone who enjoys building, fixing, organizing, and solving problems in a fast-paced hardware environment. You will support everything from robot station assembly and fabrication to shipping, inventory, R&D support, and onsite installations. No two days will look exactly the same, and success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. Your Responsibilities: Shop & Hardware Support · Build, assemble, disassemble, and maintain robotic stations and supporting hardware. · Assist with fabrication of custom parts, mounts, fixtures, and prototypes for R&D and deployments. · Support engineering and deployment teams with mechanical builds and modifications. · Operate shop tools and equipment safely and effectively. · Maintain organized workspaces, tools, and shop inventory. Logistics & Operations · Package, ship, receive, and organize hardware, spare parts, and deployment equipment. · Load and unload shipments and support material movement throughout the shop. · Assist with inventory tracking and replenishment of hardware and consumables. · Prepare systems and materials for customer deployments and demonstrations. Field & Deployment Support · Occasionally travel onsite to assist with installation, setup, and troubleshooting of robotic systems. · Support testing, repairs, and hardware upgrades in both lab and customer environments. · Help troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during builds and deployments. General Execution · Support a wide variety of operational and technical tasks as company needs evolve. · Work closely with engineering and operations teams to keep projects moving efficiently. · Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and highly functional shop environment. Qualifications: Education and Experience · High school diploma, trade school certification, or equivalent practical experience. · 1+ years of hands-on experience in a shop, manufacturing, fabrication, automotive, robotics, warehouse, or technical environment preferred. · Experience using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other fabrication tools. · Experience assembling, repairing, or modifying mechanical systems and hardware. · Mechatronics, robotics, automotive, fabrication, or technical trade background is a strong plus. · Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, low-voltage wiring, sensors, or electromechanical systems preferred. · Experience with welding, machining, CAD, or custom fabrication work is a plus. · Experience supporting field installations, customer deployments, or warehouse operations preferred. · Forklift or material handling equipment experience is a plus. Skills · Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hardware systems. · Hard-working, dependable, and willing to take ownership of tasks. · Comfortable working long hours when needed to support deployments and deadlines. · Highly organized with strong attention to detail. · Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools. · Hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude. · Comfortable working in fast-paced startup environments. · Ability to lift and move equipment and hardware safely. · Technically curious with a willingness to learn new systems and tools quickly. Compensation & Benefits Base salary ran