Assembly Technician

Fauna Robotics • New York City, NY

4h • $65 - $95

About The Position

We are looking for a Robotics Technician to join our team and support the assembly, testing, and debugging of our robotic systems. This role is hands-on and critical to our rapid prototyping, troubleshooting, and hardware validation efforts and includes mechanical and electrical assembly and testing.

Requirements

• 3+ years hands-on experience in mechanical or electromechanical assembly in a manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, or automotive environment.
• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field or equivalent military/work experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Skilled in the use of standard hand tools, torque tools, and basic fabrication equipment.
• Experience assembling and routing wiring harnesses for electro-mechanical systems.
• Comfortable performing light soldering (through-hole or surface mount) for basic electrical connections.
• Able to follow detailed assembly steps with precision and meet production timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating and maintaining work instructions or process documentation.
• Exposure to 3D printing, CNC machining, or other rapid prototyping tools.
• Experience in a robotics production or prototyping environment.
• Experience with CAD tools and ability to understand GD&T.
• Experience with machinery/CNC.

Responsibilities

• Assemble robotic systems, subassemblies, actuators, and mechanical components according to engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Perform precise mechanical assembly using hand and power tools, presses, and fixtures.
• Assemble and route wiring harnesses, connectors, and sensors; ensure proper strain relief and secure installation.
• Perform light electrical assembly and basic soldering for connectors, harnesses, and small PCB subassemblies.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical issues using basic lab equipment (multimeter, continuity tester, etc.).
• Follow established quality standards; inspect assemblies for fit, finish, and functional performance before integration.
• Utilize 3D printers for simple jigs, fixtures, and mounting hardware to support assembly tasks.
• Maintain organized work areas, tools, and inventory for mechanical and electrical parts.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of work instructions and process documentation.
• Recommend and help implement process improvements to improve assembly efficiency and consistency.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work on groundbreaking robotics technology, enabling the next generation of humanoid robots to interact dynamically with their environments.
• A collaborative and innovative environment that fosters creativity and exploration.
• Equity ownership in the company
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Compensation $65 - $95k/yr, plus equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree