Forward Deployment Engineer Intern - New York City
10x
- New York City, NY
- Training
- Full-time
- A current/recently cleared undergrad/grad in Mechanical Eng, Electrical Eng, CS, Mechatronics, or any discipline with strong robotics project work, Robot Operating System (ROS), Embedded Systems, Robotics, Customer engagement, Cross-functional communication.
- Comfortable with hand tools & basic fabrication; able to lift ≈23 kg (50 lb).
- Comfortable standing for long hours on-site in a heavy construction environment.
- Familiar with at least one: ROS/ROS2, Python, C++, or embedded C.
- Eligible to work in the U.S. for the internship period (CPT/OPT welcome).
- A clear communicator who thrives in messy, fast-moving environments.
- Experience with vision or SLAM on mobile robots.
- Knowledge of construction workflows (drywall, painting, MEP).
- Basic understanding of Design of Experiments (DOE) is a plus.
- Assist in the development of experimental protocols for testing and validation of robotic systems, focusing on integrations across mechanical designs, embedded systems, ROS-based control software, and optionally computer vision.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to design, build, and maintain test setups for conducting experiments, including physical and simulated environments.
- Execute experiments in collaboration with the product team, meticulously collecting data, making observations, and documenting results.
- Analyze experimental data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in product design, functionality, and operational efficiency.
- Offer suggestions and insights from an engineering and operational perspective to enhance robot performance and reliability.
- Document experimental procedures, results, and analyses in technical reports.
- Actively participate in data analysis and design of experiments to ensure rigorous and statistically sound testing methodologies.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest in robotics and its practical applications.
- Hands-on experience with robotics projects, demonstrating an ability to work across different engineering disciplines.
- Familiarity with embedded systems programming using platforms like Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
- A strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for learning and contributing to a fast-paced team environment.
- Gain experience in a dynamic startup environment at the forefront of robotics and AI innovation.
- Contribute to the development of technology that will revolutionize the construction industry.
- Work alongside a talented and passionate team committed to making a real-world impact.
- Learn from experienced professionals and gain valuable skills in robotics, spanning mechanical design, embedded systems, ROS, and potentially computer vision.
- Gain practical, hands-on experience in a real-world engineering environment, working on challenging and rewarding projects.
- Contribute to a project with the potential to make a significant impact on the construction industry.