Senior Hardware Technician, Controls
At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.
Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.
As a Senior Hardware Technician, you will be building cutting-edge hardware devices. You will be working hands-on with tools, configuring various hardware components, and calibrating robotic systems to help create the future of manufacturing. You will report to the Operations Manager and collaborate with the deployment engineers daily on process improvement and design feedback. As a hardware technician, you’ll be highly adaptable to the changing business environment and support the many activities within operations!
What You’ll Do
- Perform cell calibrations utilizing FARO/Polyworks and RoboDK softwares
- Link between Deployment Engineering and Operations Manufacturing groups
- Provide first line troubleshooting and diagnosis of cells on the floor before and during FAT/deployment
- Investigate PLC Code (Allen Bradley) during operation/bring-up of the cell
- Assist Technical Writing team members by providing images and details for documentation creation around bring-up processes
- Lead build & deployment of Path product
- Assembly of mechanical & electrical systems
- Light duty fabrication of test parts (cut/bend/drill/weld)
- General facility requests and 5s
Who You Are
- Technical training/Trade School certification/ Associate degree in Engineering Tech/BS Engineering or related industry experience
- Hands-on experience in assembly and troubleshooting of mechanical & electrical systems
- You have 5+ years in industrial automation shop experience
- Hands-on experience with FARO equipment (CMMs)
- You have knowledge of PLC (Ladder Logic) code structures
- You have a knack for troubleshooting and analyzing
- You are personable, adaptable and have strong communication skills
- You have a track record of strong documentation skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to operate and use shop equipment
- Able to climb ladders and bend over/move into awkward positions
- Commitment to high standards of workmanship, the production of quality products, and continuous quality improvement
- +35% Travel (domestic and international)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
- Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
- 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
- Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!
Who We Are
At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.