Basis Research
Hardware Systems & Lab Engineer, Robotics & Operations
New York Office · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 241 days ago
ProcurementRoboticsHardware DesignResearchCommunication
About the role
- We are looking for someone who combines hands-on engineering skills with operational excellence.
- This role requires balancing creative hardware development with rigorous safety and operational standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and build custom robotic platforms for experiments, including manipulators, mobile robots, and specialized end-effectors for research tasks.
- Develop modular hardware systems for testbeds that can be reconfigured to test different morphologies and validate co-designed robot architectures.
- Create sensor and actuator modules that integrate with research software, including cameras, force sensors, IMUs, and custom actuator designs.
- Manage vendor relationships and procurement including sourcing components, managing budgets, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining spare parts inventory.
- Support hardware-software integration by working with researchers to ensure reliable communication between physical systems and control algorithms.
- Establish and maintain safety protocols including lockout/tagout procedures, emergency stops, safety interlocks, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Organize and maintain lab infrastructure including workbenches, tool organization, storage systems, and specialized equipment like 3D printers and test fixtures.
- Maintain lab equipment including preventive maintenance schedules, calibration procedures, and coordinating repairs when needed.
- Ensure compliance with institutional safety requirements, building codes, and relevant regulations for robotics laboratories.
Requirements
- The second is to advance society's ability to solve intractable problems.
- This means expanding the scale, complexity, and breadth of problems that we can solve today, and even more importantly, accelerating our ability to solve problems in the future.
- Have demonstrated expertise in robotic hardware development.
- Have experience with lab management and safety including developing safety protocols, maintaining equipment inventories, organizing workspaces, and training users on proper procedures.
Compensation
- Non-Discrimination Notice
- By submitting your application, you grant Basis permission to use your materials for both hiring evaluation and recruitment-related research and development purposes.
- Your information may be processed in different countries, including the US.
- You retain copyright while providing Basis a license to use these materials for the stated purposes.
- Competitive salary.
Benefits
- Manage lab inventory and supplies ensuring adequate stock of common components, maintaining organization systems, and coordinating purchasing.
Company info
- We are in the office four days a week.
- Be prepared to attend multi-day Basis-wide in-person events.
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