Technician / Engineer
80%-100%, Zurich, Permanent
The Mobile Robotics Lab (MRL) at ETH Zürich is at the forefront of advancing robot intelligence. Our mission is to develop robots capable of safely exploring, navigating, and interacting with their environments. We focus particularly on how learned perception can drive action in a closed loop and how foundational models can be leveraged for long-term autonomy. We are currently seeking a skilled lab technician/engineer to contribute technical expertise in hardware and software development to support our vision.
Our research is conducted on various real-world robots, including the Unitree G1 humanoid, Stretch 3, and drones. For more details about 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 both cutting-edge research and practical applications in our courses.
- Educational Support: Offer technical mentorship for student initiatives (e.g., Focus Projects), assisting them in 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-field deployments and document all technical configurations and testing protocols.
- Logistics & Procurement: Manage component procurement, maintain supplier relations, and oversee inventory control for production and laboratory stock.
- Safety & Compliance: Act as the safety responsible, implementing laboratory regulations, conducting risk assessments, and managing safety audits/onboarding.
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: Proficiency with measurement tools, calibration procedures, and structured technical reporting.
- Organization: Highly structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
- Communication: Strong sense of responsibility and confidence to lead safety training and instruct students and researchers.
- Mindset: Proactive, solution-oriented, "hands-on" mentality with the ability to work independently.
Workplace
Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that bridges research theory and robotics in a leading-edge research environment featuring modern lab facilities and flexible working conditions.
We Offer
- Engagement in cutting-edge research in collaboration with academic and industrial partners.
- A collaborative, multidisciplinary atmosphere that bridges research theory and practical robotics.
- Modern laboratory facilities complemented by flexible working conditions.
- A commitment to diversity with flexible working hours and potential part-time arrangements.
We Value Diversity and Sustainability
In line with our values, ETH Zurich fosters an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity, and nurtures a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected. Discover how we maintain a fair and open atmosphere that allows everyone to thrive on our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website. Sustainability is core to our mission as we actively work towards a climate-neutral future.
Curious? So Are We.
We invite you to Apply online using the form below. Please include the following documents:
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Reference letters
- Certificates & Diplomas
For further information about the Mobile Robotics Lab, please refer to our website. If you have any questions regarding the position, feel free to reach out to Isabella De Nitti at isabella.denitti@mrl.ethz.ch (no applications).
Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. Renowned for our excellent education, state-of-the-art fundamental research, and direct transfer of new knowledge into society, we are a diverse community of over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries. Located in the heart of Europe, we develop innovative solutions for today's and tomorrow's global challenges.