Skild AI
R&D Assembly Technician
San Mateo, CA
Sponsorship not specified$70k-$150kDetected 36 days ago
Machine LearningGD&TRoboticsMedical DevicesCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society.
- Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts.
Responsibilities
- Build, assemble, and calibrate prototype and early-production units - including mechanical assembly, wiring and harnessing, fastening, and subsystem integration
- Surface assembly issues, fit problems, and DFA/DFM feedback that informs the next design revision
- Develop and refine assembly work instructions (SWIs) as processes are established for the first time
- Troubleshoot build issues alongside the engineering team and contribute to real-time problem solving
- Optionally grow into BOM and build-system work (OpenBOM, version control) based on interest
- You'll work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to assemble, wire, and calibrate new systems and feed your firsthand build experience back into the designs.
Nice to have
- no degree required
- Comfort with ambiguity and incomplete documentation in a fast-moving R&D environment
- Strong generalist skill set across torque/fastening, wiring and harnessing, soldering, reading CAD and GD&T, and basic electrical troubleshooting
- Genuine curiosity about how things go together and the communication skills to give engineers actionable feedback
Compensation
- $70,000 - $150,000 USD
- Base Salary Range
Benefits
- Hands-on assembly experience with complex electromechanical hardware - robotics, EVs, aerospace, medical devices, or similar
Company info
- At Skild AI, we are building the world's first general purpose robotic intelligence that is robust and adapts to unseen scenarios without failing.
- Relevant industry experience is important, but ultimately less so than your demonstrated abilities and attitude.
- We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to explore uncharted waters and contribute to our innovative projects.
- We are looking for an R&D Assembly Technician to join our hardware team and play a hands-on role in building and bringing up early prototype units.
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