Robotics Engineer

Job Description

Robotics Support & Maintenance Intern | Sharpa

The Tone:
This is an internship at Sharpa, located in Mountain View, CA. Sharpa is an AI robotics company that builds general-purpose robots designed to assist humans, freeing them from repetitive and strenuous work. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability and functionality of these robots through hands-on support and maintenance, directly contributing to the development of adaptable robotic systems.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Mountain View, CA
• Mission: Ensure the operational reliability of robotic systems and contribute to their ongoing improvement through support and maintenance.
• Tech Stack: C++, Python, Linux/Ubuntu, Docker

What You’ll Actually Do
• Repair: Repair robotic subsystems, including actuators, sensors, and end-effectors.
• Analysis: Conduct root-cause analysis on hardware failures, such as internal short circuits or mechanical joint fatigue.
• Software: Debug and maintain robot control software within Linux/Ubuntu environments, including implementing firmware updates and managing version control.
• Documentation: Document repair logs and contribute to a knowledge base that informs future hardware design iterations.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D teams to test “fixes” in simulation before deploying them to physical units.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience: Practical experience with soldering, cable management, and basic mechanical assembly.
• Skills: Proficiency in C++ or Python; comfort working in a Linux terminal; basic understanding of feedback control loops (e.g., PID, impedance, or torque control).
• Bonus: Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker for GPU-accelerated environments; previous internship experience in a hardware-intensive lab or manufacturing setting.