Maven Robotics
Maintenance Lead
Santa Clara, CA · Senior
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About the role
- As a Maintenance Lead at Maven Robotics, you will bridge the gap between small volume production, engineering, and procurement.
- You will work closely with mechanical, electrical engineers and technicians to service and maintain our robot fleet.
- As a senior member of the technical team, you will also help mentor technicians, drive quality, and continually improve our products and processes.
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Operations: Develop and implement maintenance processes, oversee repairs, and coordinate service schedules for deployed and lab-based robots.
- Preventive Maintenance: Develop and execute maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime and equipment failures.
- Emergency Response: Prioritize and respond to urgent service requests, including after-hours customer support.
- Inventory & Equipment Management: Maintain service tools, parts inventory, equipment calibration, and purchasing needs.
- Solid understanding of BLDC/stepper motors, servo drives, and communication interfaces (CAN, EtherCAT, Serial, Ethernet)
Requirements
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in automotive service, manufacturing maintenance, prototyping, or R&D environments
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical/military experience
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Proficiency with diagnostic equipment and precision measurement tools, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, calipers, and micrometers
- Knowledge of safety standards, lab protocols, and maintenance best practices
- Ability to lift heavy objects, stand for extended periods, work in factory or warehouse environments, and travel to customer sites as needed
Nice to have
- Experience with automated machine builds, robotics maintenance, and fleet servicing
- Proficiency with lab automation tools (LabVIEW, Python/scripting) and service management software
- Relevant industry certifications, including IPC standards, CNC/machining, or ISO quality standards
- Experience working in fast-paced R&D or rapid prototyping environments
Benefits
- Fleet Management: Monitor fleet health, component performance, and deployment readiness using fleet management software.
Company info
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Equal opportunity
- Maven Robotics is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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