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Senior Hardware Technician - Controls New Columbus, Ohio

Path Robotics Inc., Columbus, OH, United States


At Path Robotics, we’re attacking a trillion dollar opportunity - doing things that have never been done before to support an industry hurting from a lack of skilled labor. Large, difficult problems are what Path tackles every day and our people are our greatest asset to get that job done. Our intelligent, hardworking team of people do the impossible every single day, yet remain incredibly kind, humble, and always ready to support one another.

As a Senior Hardware Technician, you will be building cutting‑edge hardware devices. You will be working hands‑on with tools, configuring various hardware components, and calibrating robotic systems to help create the future of manufacturing. You will report to the Operations Manager and collaborate with the deployment engineers daily on process improvement and design feedback. As a hardware technician, you’ll be highly adaptable to the changing business environment and support the many activities within operations!

What You’ll Do

Perform cell calibrations utilizing FARO/Polyworks and RoboDK software

Link between Deployment Engineering and Operations Manufacturing groups

Provide first line troubleshooting and diagnosis of cells on the floor before and during FAT/deployment

Investigate PLC Code (Allen Bradley) during operation/bring‑up of the cell

Assist Technical Writing team members by providing images and details for documentation creation around bring‑up processes

Lead build & deployment of Path product

Assembly of mechanical & electrical systems

Light duty fabrication of test parts (cut/bend/drill/weld)

General facility requests and 5s

Who You Are

Technical training/Trade School certification/Associate degree in Engineering Tech/BS Engineering or related industry experience

Hands‑on experience in assembly and troubleshooting of mechanical & electrical systems

5+ years in industrial automation shop experience

Hands‑on experience with FARO equipment (CMMs)

Knowledge of PLC (Ladder Logic) code structures

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Personable, adaptable with strong communication skills

Track record of strong documentation skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to operate and use shop equipment

Able to climb ladders and bend over/move into awkward positions

Commitment to high standards of workmanship, the production of quality products, and continuous quality improvement

+35% travel (domestic and international)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Free lunch every day

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

6 weeks 100% paid parental leave plus an additional 6‑8 weeks maternity leave for the birthing parent (12‑14 weeks total)

401K through Empower

Paid Referral Bonus

Job Type: Full‑time, On‑Site, Field Service

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