Prototyping Technician (Humanoid Robotics)

Schaeffler • Troy, MI

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About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities
Join our humanoid robotics team to innovate advanced robots, collaborate with experts, enhance your skills, and create transformative technologies that help shape the future of human-robot interaction.

Help to develop cutting-edge prototypes focusing on actuators for humanoid robots, combining hands-on assembly expertise with advanced technical skills.
Handle assembly tooling and operation of CNC lathes to produce precision components
Interpret and work from blueprints and Cero technical drawings for prototype development
Manage and execute 3D-printing tasks for rapid prototyping and design validation
Collaborate with engineering teams to refine actuator components for humanoid robotics
Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy throughout the manufacturing process
Troubleshoot and optimize prototype assembly and tooling processes
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance prototype design and production efficiency

Your Qualifications

Requirements

• Completed technical education or vocational training in mechanical engineering or related field
• 2+ years of practical experience with Machinign (CNC / lathe) operation and assembly tooling
• Proficient in blueprint reading and technical drawing interpretation, Cero software experiance is a plus
• Hands-on knowledge of 3D-printing technologies and materials
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work collaboratively in dynamic project environments
• Must have legal authorization to work in the US. (This role does not offer visa sponsorship or support.)

Responsibilities

• Help to develop cutting-edge prototypes focusing on actuators for humanoid robots, combining hands-on assembly expertise with advanced technical skills.
• Handle assembly tooling and operation of CNC lathes to produce precision components
• Interpret and work from blueprints and Cero technical drawings for prototype development
• Manage and execute 3D-printing tasks for rapid prototyping and design validation
• Collaborate with engineering teams to refine actuator components for humanoid robotics
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy throughout the manufacturing process
• Troubleshoot and optimize prototype assembly and tooling processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance prototype design and production efficiency

Benefits

• Please see all our medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings at Schaeffler Benefits
• Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match
• Regular employee appreciation and company events
• As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed