Assembly & Prototyping Technician
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LocationZürich, Switzerland
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentHardware
Company size51–200 people
PostedMay 3, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on May 3, 202552% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Professional training, Apprenticeship (Ausbildung) or Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related field
Strong intuition for mechanical and electrical systems with hands-on experience in building and assembling complex prototypes
3D printing (FDM) experience from professional or private projects
Proficiency in at least some of the following technical topics: CAD design, design for manufacturing & assembly, soldering experience, knowledge of manufacturing processes like CNC machining, injection-molding, etc.
High motivation and problem-solving ability
Well-structured, tidy and organized work style, with the ability to motivate others to follow structure
Fluent in English
Must hold a Swiss work permit or EU passport
Skills
CAD
FDM 3D printing
CNC machining
injection-molding
Benefits
Team trips
Subsidised gym membership
Team meals
About the company
At mimic we are a frontier physical AI company pioneering general-purpose dexterous manipulation across the entire stack.
Spun out of ETH Zurich research in 2024, our team develops both state-of-the-art Video-Action Models and custom, in-house robotic hand hardware. Our growing team brings together world-class researchers working across our offices in Zurich and San Francisco.
About the role
As an Assembly and Prototyping Technician you will support the development, fabrication, and maintenance of cutting-edge dexterous robotic hands and other devices. In this role you will work at the intersection of mechanics and electronics, assembling prototypes, developing your own tools to streamline assemblies, and help with general testing and development efforts. Your work will be a key contribution to bring a complex product from concepts and early-stage prototypes all the way to scaling manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
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Fabricate and assemble prototypes and small batch series of robotic hands
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Develop and constantly improve manufacturing and assembly procedures
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Develop, conduct and document testing and protocols
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Help organize and manage our workshop
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Help install robots at customer sites and provide hardware maintenance and support for customer projects
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Instruct others on processes and procedures you master
Requirements
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Professional training, Apprenticeship (Ausbildung) or Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related field
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Strong intuition for mechanical and electrical systems with hands-on experience in building and assembling complex prototypes
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3D printing (FDM) experience from professional or private projects
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Proficiency in at least some of the following technical topics: CAD design, design for manufacturing & assembly, soldering experience, knowledge of manufacturing processes like CNC machining, injection-molding, etc.
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High motivation and problem-solving ability
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Well-structured, tidy and organized work style, with the ability to motivate others to follow structure
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Must hold a Swiss work permit or EU passport
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Fluent in English
Compensation & Benefits
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We offer a competitive yearly base salary
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Surprise team trips, subsidised gym membership, joint breakfasts and dinners and other exciting team activities
At mimic, you will have the unique opportunity to shape a robotics and AI company from the ground up. With our flat hierarchy, you’ll work directly with the founders and some of the most talented individuals in the robotics field. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to apply, regardless of background, ans we are looking forward to you bringing along your knowledge, personal experiences, and fresh perspectives. Together, we can solve challenges in robotics.