Lab Engineer – Robotics & Automation

ZipStaff • Woburn, MA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

ZipStaff is seeking a Lab Engineer for system verification and validation of next-generation robotics at a global e-commerce and robotics organization north of Boston. You will own test-lab uptime: fixtures, PLC/IO, motion capture, and hands-on robot repair. This is a physical lab seat, not a software-only robotics role.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a technical lab, robotics, electro-mechanical, or automation environment.
• 5+ years troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, PLC/IO, or lab equipment.
• 3+ years hardware rework, repair, prototype fabrication, component testing, and LOTO / interlock safety.
• Ability to work on-site at Wilmington, North Reading, or Woburn, MA.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• OptiTrack or Vicon (rigid body/skeleton setup and post-processing).
• Python and/or C++ for data streaming or lab automation.
• Force plates, gantry controls, or other instrumentation in a mocap environment.
• Multi-site lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot test environments, fixtures, PLC/IO controls, and lab equipment.
• Perform hardware rework, component testing, prototype fabrication, and robot repairs.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot optical motion capture (OptiTrack, Vicon) and devices such as force plates.
• Manage lab resources, stock, and station PC/webcam systems under lockout/interlock safety rules.
• Read CAD, electrical schematics, specs, and SOPs.
• Write test reports, work instructions, and lessons learned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed