Robot Technician (Day Shift)

Sigma Design•Redmond, WA

8d•$30 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm based in the Pacific Northwest, offering innovative concept through production services to clients globally. This in-office position focuses on the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of robotic systems. The role involves diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and control-system faults to minimize downtime. It also includes establishing and refining service procedures, acting as a field technical point of contact, and providing operational guidance to ensure the safe and reliable performance of the robotic fleet.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, or operating complex mechanical, electrical, robotic, or automated systems.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical systems using a structured, methodical approach.
Working knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, sensors, actuators, motors, and/or industrial controls.
Experience using diagnostic tools, test equipment, technical documentation, schematics, and/or wiring diagrams.
Ability to read, understand, and follow technical documentation, procedures, schematics, and troubleshooting guides.
Demonstrated ability to create, refine, and follow procedural and maintenance documentation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot problems methodically while minimizing equipment downtime.
Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and software and adapt to changing technical requirements.
Strong written and verbal English language communication skills.
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, site personnel, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group.
Ability to work independently in a field environment and appropriately escalate issues when additional engineering or technical support is needed.
Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values.
Pass a post-offer background verification.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or an associate degree in robotics, automation, electronics, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
Experience working with robotics, automation, electromechanical systems, or other complex technical equipment preferred.
Linux experience preferred, particularly for basic system diagnostics, command-line troubleshooting, or running scripts.
Basic coding or scripting experience, particularly Python, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on robotic systems and associated mechanical, electrical, and control-system components.
Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, software, and controls-related issues to identify root causes and restore equipment to operational condition.
Execute repairs, adjustments, component replacements, and routine equipment checks in accordance with established procedures and technical documentation.
Establish, document, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting workflows.
Serve as a technical point of contact for robotic systems in the field, providing operational guidance and support to site personnel.
Ensure adherence to established maintenance, safety, and operational procedures, identifying and correcting deviations when necessary.
Collaborate with engineering, data, and other technical teams to troubleshoot issues, communicate field findings, and support system improvements.
Provide detailed feedback on equipment performance, recurring issues, system reliability, and potential design or process improvements.
Assist with system installation, setup, commissioning, shutdown, and relocation activities as needed.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, equipment conditions, and recurring issues.
Support safe and reliable operation of robotic systems by following applicable safety procedures and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.