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Position Title: Mechatronics Technician

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract Mechatronics Technician opportunity with our client.

Job Responsibilities:

• You will help construct, test, update, and maintain our systems as we moves from early prototypes into customer pilots and initial production.
• Some assignments will be first-time builds with limited documentation and missing details to resolve.
• Others will involve carefully following process in ongoing reliability testing, or reproducing existing systems across multiple robots.
• We need someone who takes pride in doing both kinds of work correctly and seeing each task through to its intended result.
• Build and integrate mechanical assemblies and electrical subsystems for our prototypes using CAD, drawings, schematics, BOMs, and guidance from the engineering team.
• Fabricate and install components including frames, actuators, panels, cable harnesses, motors, sensors, and electrical enclosures.
• Identify missing parts, unclear requirements, and build issues early; work with engineers to resolve them without losing schedule.
• Keep prototype systems synchronized by carefully implementing approved design changes, validating functionality, and documenting completion.
• Run defined performance and reliability tests, clearly document results, and troubleshoot problems with the engineering team.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and effective prototype shop, including tools, materials, and parts.
• Support pilot installations and system maintenance at customer sites as needed.
• Translate hands-on build experience into clear assembly, test, and maintenance instructions as we move toward production.
• Reliable and accountable: finish what you start and close the loop.
• Disciplined in your craft: follow the process and do the job right.
• Practical and self-directed: make progress and know when to ask for help.
• Focused on priorities: do the most important work first.
• Adaptable and resilient: stay productive when plans change.
• Collaborative and low ego: work well with others and take feedback with grace.
• Safety-conscious: protect yourself, your teammates, and the equipment

Job Qualifications:

• Associates or higher in engineering technology, robotics, or a related field - or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Hands-on experience building, integrating, testing, maintaining, or repairing mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Strong mechanical intuition and practical build skills using common hand and shop tools; experience with 3D printing is strongly preferred.
• Electrical assembly and measurement fundamentals, including wiring, soldering or crimping, and using tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and bench power supplies.
• Some experience reading CAD, drawings, wiring diagrams, or schematics; familiarity with SolidWorks or another CAD package is helpful.
• The maturity to follow defined procedures and complete repetitive work carefully when the system requires it.
• The judgment to operate with moderate ambiguity, manage multiple tasks, and keep work aligned with team priorities.
• Ability to work on-site in Menlo Park during normal business hours and travel to pilot sites as needed.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Built or maintained robots, automated equipment, custom machinery, or vehicles.
• Fabricated cable harnesses, electrical panels, or electronics prototypes.
• Familiarity with manual mills or lathes.
• Prototyped with Arduino or ESP32, motors, sensors, actuators, vacuum systems, or end effectors.
• Worked with BOMs, DFM, GD&T, manufacturing documentation, or production transition.
• Supported customer deployments or performed field service.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Menlo Park, CA
• Pay Range: $32 - $37/hr

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.