About this role
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. 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 Fabricate and assemble prototypes and small batch series of robotic hands Develop and constantly improve manufacturing and assembly procedures Develop, conduct and document testing and protocols Help organize and manage our workshop Help install robots at customer sites and provide hardware maintenance and support for customer projects Instruct others on processes and procedures you master Requirements 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 Must hold a Swiss work permit or EU passport Fluent in English Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive yearly base salary Surprise team trips, free gym and sports subscription, 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.