Electro/Mechanical Technician

About the role

As an Electro Mechanical Technician at Lab37 Robotics, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, and supporting the production of advanced robotic food production systems. This role is hands-on and requires strong attention to detail, comfort working with mechanical and electrical assemblies, and the ability to follow documented work instructions accurately and consistently.

You will work closely with engineering teams to build systems, improve assembly processes, identify quality issues, and help ensure that products are assembled safely, correctly, and repeatably. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, takes pride in high-quality builds, and wants to grow within a fast-moving robotics manufacturing environment.

What you'll do

• Assemble electro-mechanical systems, subassemblies, and components according to work instructions, drawings, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wiring, harness routing, fluid routing, sensor installation, actuator installation, and other hands-on build tasks.
• Follow established quality checks and test procedures to verify that assemblies are complete, accurate, and functioning as intended.
• Work closely with the Lead Factory Technician to clarify instructions, resolve build issues, and support production priorities.
• Identify and communicate documentation gaps, recurring assembly issues, missing tools, part problems, and opportunities to improve build quality or efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while properly handling tools, equipment, parts, and in-progress assemblies.
• Support troubleshooting, rework, service, and checkout activities as needed during system builds and production transitions.
• Accurately document work completed, issues found, test results, and any deviations from standard procedures.

What we are looking for

• Hands-on experience in electro-mechanical assembly, manufacturing, robotics, automation, equipment assembly, field service, or a related technical environment.
• Ability to follow work instructions, assembly procedures, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with common hand tools, power tools, torque tools, crimping tools, meters, and basic shop or production equipment.
• Comfortable performing mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, cable routing, basic troubleshooting, and system-level checks.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions, flag issues early, and collaborate with technicians, engineering, operations, and quality teams.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and consistency.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move parts, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office. As a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base starting rate for this role is $30.00 - $45.00 per hour.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Pet insurance discount (Fetch)
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies
• Paid Vacation Time (1h for every 26h worked)
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave.

• Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
• Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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