Robotics Field Engineer

Field Robotics Engineer

Alten

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Engineer to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will serve as the critical link between our software engineering team and real-world deployment environments. You will execute, monitor, and troubleshoot software systems in active warehouse and industrial settings, ensuring seamless sensor deployments and high-quality execution across field operations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES     • Execute software front-ends (GUI and command-line interfaces) in field warehouse environments     • Troubleshoot software execution issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to operations     • Collaborate closely with the broader software engineering team on issue diagnosis and continuous improvement     • Manage and monitor the quality of software execution in real-time during deployments     • Deploy and configure arrays of sensors into industrial warehouse settings     • Unpack, assemble, configure, disassemble, and transport technical equipment to and from field sites     • Maintain clear, accurate documentation of deployments, issues, and resolutions      REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS     • 4+ years of experience in a relevant technical field role     • Willingness and ability to travel to field sites as required     • Basic Python scripting ability for automation or diagnostics     • Proficiency with Linux, Bash, and/or Zsh environments     • Strong hands-on ability to unpack, assemble, disassemble, and transport technical equipment     • Demonstrated documentation skills — able to produce clear, thorough technical records     • Strong problem-solving skills with comfort working in fast-paced, dynamic environments     • Effective communicator — able to relay technical findings to both field and remote engineering teams      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (BONUS POINTS) The following are not required but will make your application stand out: Software & Systems     • Familiarity with motion capture ecosystems: Optitrack, Manus, StretchSense, or Rokoko     • Experience with AR/VR headsets or Zed stereo cameras     • Experience with AWS CLI and foundational cloud services     • Experience with real-time monitoring tools     • Experience with remote system administration Hardware & Connectivity     • Knowledge of hardware communication protocols: I2C, SPI, UART     • Experience deploying sensor arrays or IoT devices in the field     • Familiarity with industrial automation or warehouse management systems Documentation & Operations     • Experience writing technical documentation, SOPs, or deployment guides     • Experience with machine shop tools and physical fabrication   Salary Range     • $110,000-$120,000/K     • The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy. Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

Field Robotics Engineer

Flink Robotics

Flink Robotics is a fast-paced startup backed by world-class VCs, originating from the Computational Robotics Lab at ETH Zurich. We’re building the next generation of plug-and-play robots, powered by a novel approach to make robots autonomous. Our robots are designed to revolutionize material handling, from stacking boxes to sorting parcels and unloading goods. We’re looking for a hands-on Field Robotics Engineer who loves debugging, stress-testing and is ready to install robots that move the world’s parcels. In this role, you’ll be the face of Flink at customer sites and industry events, making sure every system is rigorously tested, commissioned and continuously improved. Who you are * Eager to join a VC-backed startup in its early phase and take ownership of field projects. * Passionate about robotics: from mechanics and electronics to computer vision and control. * Proactive problem-solver wanting to learn new things * Clear communicator, fluent in English, German is a strong plus. * Excited about frequent travel to production sites (up to 60 %). * Enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and customers on the shop floor, adapting your style to the people and pressure in the room. What you bring * 3-5 years of experience in mechatronics, sensors, networking and basic control principles * Strong track record in commissioning complex electromechanical or robotic systems in the field * Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues * Excited about travel and deploying robots in production environments * Proven ability to manage stakeholders across technical and operational levels * Prior robot deployments, proficiency in German or other languages, driver's license and familiarity with Linux are a plus What you'll do * Assemble, configure and test our robots in the lab and at customer sites to iterate and improve the system * Own the planning, coordination and execution of on-site installations, acting as the technical lead and ensuring a smooth handover to the customer * Run our autonomy stack and tune perception and motion modules in production environments * Train operators and provide hands-on support during ramp-up, collecting insights that feed straight back into our product roadmap * Diagnose and resolve complex hardware/software issues, both remotely and on-site * Represent Flink at customer demos, pilots, trade shows and industry events * Record field data and transfer lessons learnt to our engineering teams to unlock new use-cases and improve reliability Why join * A great team dedicated to building a product with almost unlimited potential * Work on challenging problems at the cutting edge of robotics * Competitive salary, equity, and top-tier gear * Work in a central office in Zurich and around the world, wherever our partners are Apply now if you’re ready to push boundaries and help shape the future of robotics!

Field Robotics Engineer

Gravis Robotics

Gravis Robotics is a startup turning heavy construction machines into intelligent and autonomous robots. Our unique combination of learning-based automation and augmented remote control enables a single operator to safely manage a fleet of earthmoving machines in a gamified environment. With over a decade of academic experience at the cutting edge of large-scale robotics, our team is rapidly translating this expertise into real-world deployments with industry leaders in a trillion-dollar market.   About the Job At Gravis, we operate at the intersection of hardware, software, and real-world deployment. Our Rooftop Autonomous Control Kit (RACK) integrates sensing, compute, communication, and networking into a manufacturer-agnostic solution deployable across a wide range of construction machines.   As a Field Robotics Engineer, you will play a central role in delivering customer projects and ensuring our systems meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. This hybrid position combines hands-on technical execution with ownership of customer deployment projects from planning through delivery.   You will work closely with R&D and Operations to coordinate end-to-end deployments, continuously improving how we plan, test, and deliver our solutions. You will lead on-site setup and commissioning, engage directly with customers throughout project execution, and help translate complex robotic system behavior into reliable real-world performance. Your ability to understand and troubleshoot integrated robotic systems will be essential to maintaining and advancing the robustness of our field operations.