Technician / Engineer
80%-100%, Zurich, permanent
The Mobile Robotics Lab (MRL) at ETH Zürich is at the forefront of advancing robot intelligence. Our goal is to create robots capable of safely exploring, navigating, and interacting with their environments. We are particularly focused on understanding how learned perception can drive action in closed-loop systems and how foundation models can enable long-term autonomy. To support this vision, we are seeking a skilled lab technician/engineer with expertise in both hardware and software development.
We explore these concepts using a variety of real-world robots, including the Unitree G1 humanoid, Stretch 3, and drones. For further details on our ongoing projects, please visit our website.
Job Description
- Design & Development: Create custom embedded hardware (CAD/PCB) and software solutions (Python/C/C++) tailored to meet specific requirements for cutting-edge research and practical applications in our taught courses.
- Educational Support: Provide technical mentorship for student initiatives, guiding them through hardware-software integration and prototyping.
- Production & Integration: Assemble, integrate, and commission robotic systems; perform functional tests, calibrations, and troubleshooting.
- Maintenance & Support: Maintain robotic systems post-deployment and document all technical configurations and testing protocols.
- Logistics & Procurement: Manage component procurement, supplier relationships, and inventory control for our production and laboratory stock.
- Safety & Compliance: Act as the safety lead; implement laboratory regulations, conduct risk assessments, and manage safety audits and onboarding processes.
Profile
- Education: Degree or advanced vocational training in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience in assembling and maintaining complex robotic systems; solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, software, and control components.
- Laboratory Skills: Proficient in measurement tools, calibration procedures, and structured technical reporting.
- Organization: Detail-oriented with the capability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
- Communication: Strong sense of responsibility and the confidence to lead safety training and instruct students and researchers.
- Mindset: A proactive, solution-oriented, "hands-on" mentality with the ability to work independently.
Workplace
Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that bridges research theory and practical robotics applications in a modern lab environment.
We Offer
- Engage in cutting-edge research alongside academic and industrial partners.
- A collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity.
- Access to modern lab facilities and flexible working conditions.
- A commitment to diversity through flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
We Value Diversity and Sustainability
At ETH Zurich, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture a work and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected. Our commitment to sustainability is integral to our mission as we strive for a climate-neutral future.
Interested?
We invite you to apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For more information about the Mobile Robotics Lab, visit our website. For inquiries regarding the position, please contact Isabella De Nitti at isabella.denitti@mrl.ethz.ch (no applications).
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. With over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, we promote independent thinking in an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, we are committed to developing solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.