Technician / Engineer
80%-100%, Zurich, Permanent
The Mobile Robotics Lab (MRL) at ETH Zürich is at the forefront of advancing robot intelligence. Our ambition is to develop robots capable of safely exploring, navigating, and interacting with their environments. We are particularly focused on how learned perception can drive action in a closed loop and how we can utilize foundation models to achieve long-term autonomy. To support this vision, we are seeking a skilled lab technician/engineer with expertise in both hardware and software development.
Our research encompasses a variety of real-world robotic platforms, including the Unitree G1 humanoid, Stretch 3, and various drones. For detailed information about our current projects, please visit our website.
Job Description
- Design & Development: Design custom (embedded) hardware (CAD/PCB) and software solutions (Python/C/C++) tailored to the specific requirements of our cutting-edge research and educational courses.
- Educational Support: Provide technical mentorship for student initiatives (e.g., Focus Projects), guiding students through hardware-software integration and prototyping.
- Production & Integration: Assemble, integrate, and commission robotic systems; conduct functional tests, calibrations, and troubleshooting.
- Maintenance & Support: Maintain robotic systems post-deployment and document all technical configurations and test protocols.
- Logistics & Procurement: Oversee component procurement, supplier relations, and inventory control for production and laboratory stock.
- Safety & Compliance: Act as the safety responsible; implement laboratory regulations, conduct risk assessments, and manage safety audits and onboarding.
Profile
- Education: A 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, with a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, software, and control components.
- Laboratory Skills: Proficiency with measurement tools, calibration procedures, and structured technical reporting.
- Organization: Highly structured and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
- Communication: A strong sense of responsibility and the confidence to effectively lead safety training and instruct students and researchers.
- Mindset: A proactive, solution-oriented "hands-on" mentality with the ability to work independently.
Workplace
At ETH Zürich, you will be a part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, bridging theory and practical applications in robotics. Our modern lab facilities and flexible working conditions foster a leading-edge research environment.
We Offer
- Engagement in cutting-edge research in collaboration with academic and industrial partners.
- A multidisciplinary team environment that merges research with real-world robotics applications.
- Access to modern lab facilities and flexible working arrangements.
- A commitment to diversity through flexible working hours and opportunities for part-time arrangements.
We Value Diversity and Sustainability
ETH Zurich is devoted to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equal opportunities and respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students. We continuously strive towards a climate-neutral future while ensuring a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and thrive.
Curious? So Are We!
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is among the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology, recognized for its exceptional education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and direct knowledge transfer to society. With over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, our university cultivates independent thinking and inspires excellence in an engaging environment. Centrally located in Europe, we are dedicated to collaborating on solutions for today's and tomorrow's global challenges.