Origami Robotics is building the dexterous layer for physical AI. We're backed by Y Combinator and working with leading robotics labs. We need a hands-on technician to join our hardware team and help us build, test, and ship robot hardwares.
This is not a "sit at a desk and run simulations" role. You'll be physically assembling robotic hands, soldering PCBs, debugging motor systems, and making sure every unit we ship meets spec. If you love working with your hands and get excited about motors, wiring harnesses, and making things actually work — this is your job.
What You'll Do
- Assemble and integrate dexterous robotic hands — motors, PCBs, wiring, mechanical components
- Solder, rework, and debug electrical systems at the board level
- Run electrical and functional tests on assembled units; diagnose and resolve failures
- Maintain and calibrate assembly equipment and test rigs
- Perform quality assurance checks to keep product standards high
- Support the hardware design team with prototype builds and design feedback
- Document assembly procedures, test results, and failure modes
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field (recent grads welcome!)
- Hands-on experience with soldering (SMD and through-hole), electrical system debug, and motor systems
- Familiarity with communication protocols: CAN, I2C, SPI
- Comfortable reading schematics and working with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and bench power supplies
- Strong mechanical intuition — you've built things with your hands, not just on a screen
- Problem solver who can work independently and move fast in a startup environment
- Must be available to start immediately and work on-site in Millbrae, CA and later to SF.
Nice to Have
- Experience with brushless motors / motor drivers
- 3D printing and basic CAD knowledge
- Exposure to robotic hand or manipulator assembly
- Familiarity with embedded systems (Arduino, STM32, ESP32)
Why Origami
- YC-backed, working with top robotics labs
- Small team — your work ships directly into the hands of researchers and customers
- Get in early at a company building the hardware layer for physical AI