Prototyping Lab Technician, Robotics

About the Company

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers and researchers to support prototype development and hardware iteration
• Build, modify, troubleshoot, and repair robotic systems and electromechanical assemblies
• Design and fabricate fixtures, adapters, and test equipment
• Execute low-volume builds, engineering changes, and rework activities
• Develop and support hardware experiments in partnership with engineering teams
• Build and rework wire harnesses and custom electronics
• Maintain lab equipment, tooling, inventory, and workspaces
• Use software tools to configure hardware and collect data

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with complex electromechanical or robotic systems
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems using electronic test equipment
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Experience building and debugging wire harnesses and custom electronics
• Proficiency with the Linux command line
• Strong technical communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-velocity environments