Manufacturing Engineering Technician-I

Job Title: Mechanical Electrical Assembler
Location: San Francisco, CA
Duration - months

About the Team
Client Labs is an independent team within Client. We are working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground up and other automation solutions as part of Client's core delivery platform. If you have a passion for applying AI and robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you.

About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Electrical Assembler to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will help service and assemble the next generation of robotic systems within Client Labs.
You will support the assembly and buildout of production hardware and approved test platforms by following released work instructions and build documentation. Your focus will be on completing repeatable, high-quality assemblies and subassemblies that meet defined requirements for internal use and customer delivery.
You’ll work alongside manufacturing, hardware, and service engineering teams to assemble electromechanical systems and vehicle components, report build issues, and support integration and testing activities. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys hands-on production work in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in building reliable, consistent hardware through disciplined execution.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will...
Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical production units and subassemblies according to released drawings, work instructions, and build documentation
Perform repeatable production builds of wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and electromechanical integrations to defined quality standards
Install and connect compute, control, power, and sensor systems following established procedures
Conduct prescribed functional tests, inspections, and basic calibration steps to verify build completeness and quality
Identify build defects, missing components, or out-of-spec conditions and escalate issues to manufacturing or engineering leads
Rework or repair production units as directed using approved processes and documentation
Maintain organized workstations, tools, and production materials to support efficient throughput
Support kitting, material handling, and inventory accuracy for production builds
Follow ESD, safety, and quality requirements during all assembly and test activities
Accurately record build status, serial numbers, and production data in tracking systems
Assist with factory integration, final assembly, and shipment preparation as needed
Provide feedback on work instructions and tooling to improve clarity and repeatability

We're excited about you because you have...
A minimum of years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment, such as aerospace, construction, automotive, or electrical service industries
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
Ability to work primarily on-site and occasionally in the field, including non-climate-controlled environments and inclement weather when required
Ability to thrive in a stimulating, demanding, and rapidly advancing environment at the forefront of technological innovation
Basic English skills, including the ability to read and understand written instructions and effectively communicate verbally
Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored ,

Preferred experience includes...
The Assembler is tasked with a broad scope of work within a fast-moving manufacturing floor, with a primary focus on completing the final product build.
Connect wires between individual component leads, connectors, terminals, and contact points
Perform electrical wire terminations
Cut wires to required specifications, route, bundle, manage, and secure them at terminal connections
Disassemble, modify, rework, refurbish, and reassemble components as required
Perform tasks requiring knowledge of various processes, operations, and equipment
Produce electrical or electromechanical sub-assemblies by following specifications outlined in engineering prints, wiring diagrams, component lists, wire inventories, preliminary sketches, and verbal instructions

Physical Requirements
Frequently walk, extend arms and hands for reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform low-level movement
Regularly ascend stairs, steps, and use vertical ladders
Frequently work on elevated platforms
Perform overhead work
Occasionally lift and move up to pounds
Maintain essential vision capabilities including clear close-up and distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral viewing, depth perception, and the ability to maintain focus