Field Robotics Engineer

Gravisrobotics, a startup transforming heavy construction machines into autonomous robots, seeks a Mid-level Field Robotics Engineer in Zurich. The role involves leading customer deployments, ensuring system reliability, and collaborating across R&D and Operations in a hybrid work model.

Gravis Robotics is a startup converting heavy construction equipment into intelligent, autonomous robots using learning-based automation and remote control. The Field Robotics Engineer operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and real-world deployment, playing a key role in delivering customer projects and ensuring high performance and reliability. The position involves hands-on technical execution, ownership of deployment projects, and close collaboration with R&D and Operations to improve planning, testing, and delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer deployment projects from planning to delivery, ensuring technical execution is completed end-to-end.
• Manage technical planning, coordination, and follow-up in collaboration with Operations.
• Act as the primary technical contact for customers throughout the deployment process.
• Provide direct technical support and guidance to customers and end users.
• Conduct regular system testing to maintain reliability, robustness, and performance.
• Prepare performance reports and work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Help improve deployment processes, tools, and best practices over time.

Requirements

• A university degree (including Fachhochschule) in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in deploying, integrating, and debugging robotic software systems.
• Experience with the ROS ecosystem.
• Strong proficiency in Linux environments.
• Fluency in using Git or similar version control systems.
• Solid programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites, including internationally, as needed.
• Valid Category B driving license.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with mechanical or electronics tasks, such as hardware assembly or basic soldering.
• Familiarity with communication protocols like CAN.
• Prior experience in managing technical or customer projects.
• Professional or native proficiency in German.
• Practical experience repairing vehicles, machinery, bicycles, or electronics.
• Experience operating or working with construction or agricultural machinery.

What the company offers

• Fair market salary.
• Work location in Zurich.
• Opportunity to discuss preferred working arrangement during the interview process.

About the company

Gravis Robotics is a dynamic, international startup focused on revolutionizing heavy construction through autonomous robotics. The team values work-life balance and flexibility while tackling global challenges with innovative technology.

• Dynamic and versatile team environment.
• Commitment to revolutionizing heavy construction with autonomous technology.
• Emphasis on work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.
• International team dedicated to solving global-scale problems.