Physicalintelligence
Robotics Service Technician
11mo ago
USAmultimeteroscilloscopemechanical maintenanceelectrical maintenancediagnosticsrepair
Maintain robotic platforms through electrical and mechanical repairs and diagnostics to support AI research operations.
Responsibilities
- Electrical Maintenance: Repair electrical systems including wiring, circuits, power supplies, sensors, and control systems; conduct regular electrical inspections and preventive maintenance on robotic units
- Mechanical Maintenance: Repair mechanical components such as actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and moving parts; perform inspections, alignments, and calibrations to keep systems within spec
- Diagnostics & Testing: Perform tests using diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and specialized equipment; interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to locate and resolve issues
- Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of repairs, part replacements, and maintenance activities using Linear and Notion
- Hardware Feedback: Propose solutions to the hardware engineering team for ease of repair, component standardization, and improved maintainability
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work complies with company standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices; identify potential hazards and initiate corrective actions
Nice to have
- Relevant certifications in electrical or mechanical systems (e.g., ASE, NATE, IPC or equivalent)
- Familiarity with robotics systems, automation technologies, and fleet management tools
- Experience working in a fast-moving startup or research environment
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Other
- Physical Intelligence is bringing general-purpose AI into the physical world. We are a group of engineers, scientists, roboticists, and company builders developing foundation models and learning algorithms to power the robots of today and the physically-actuated devices of the future.
- The Robotics Service Technician works closely with PI’s fleet operations and engineering teams, to maintain the robotic platforms that power our AI research. The team is collaborative, fast-moving, and deeply technical — and this role is a direct partner to operations and engineers building and improving the systems you’ll maintain.
- Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field (bachelor’s a plus), or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years of experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, with a background in robotics, automation, or a related industry
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems (AC/DC motors, wiring, controllers) and mechanical components (motors, gears, bearings)
- Experience with diagnostic tools including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and PLCs
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and industrial-grade equipment
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and teamwork abilities