Field Robotics Technician (US - Southeast) at Scythe Robotics

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, Autonomous Machinery, LandscapingIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional hands-on experience in relevant field
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, diagnosis and failure modes
  • Strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals, theory and diagnostics
  • Based in Atlanta, GA or Fort Pierce, FL
  • Preferred Requirements
  • Well-rounded mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills with experience working outdoors in adverse conditions
  • Background in building, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical systems such as PCBAs, actuators, GPS systems, industrial automation, and similar technologies
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and apply them in practical troubleshooting scenarios
  • Proficiency with diagnostic tools, including oscilloscopes, voltmeters, precision inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.), and software monitoring programs
  • Experience troubleshooting electric or hybrid vehicles and performing moderate to advanced PCBA or electrical diagnostics
  • Field Service experience, including travel to customer locations for on-site troubleshooting and repairs
  • Familiarity with MES/ERP platforms in a Field Service or Field Engineering capacity

Responsibilities

  • Maintain our large fleet of autonomous vehicles including predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance
  • Actively monitor our entire fleet using live data streaming from the vehicles
  • Recover vehicles to optimize customer's uptime should a vehicle in the field experience a failure
  • Follow standard work procedures for maintenance activities and ensure they are completed in a timely fashion according to defined schedules
  • Hands-on support to troubleshoot, establish root cause, and perform the various types of maintenance activities required to keep the fleet healthy

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Vehicle TroubleshootingVehicle RepairFleet MaintenanceAutonomous VehiclesField ServiceMechanical RepairElectrical SystemsDOT ComplianceCustomer Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Field Robotics Technician position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote role, and where is it based?

This is a hybrid (in-office/travel) role based out of Fort Pierce, FL or Atlanta, GA, servicing the Southeast US, with required travel to customer sites across the US, Colorado HQ, and satellite facilities up to 50% of the calendar year.

What skills are required for this Field Robotics Technician role?

Candidates need 3+ years of professional hands-on experience in a relevant field, strong knowledge of mechanical systems including diagnosis and failure modes, strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals, theory, and diagnostics, and must be based in Atlanta, GA or Fort Pierce, FL.

What is the team and work environment like at Scythe Robotics?

You'll work with a team of world-class experts in computer vision to mechanical engineering, pushing limits and growing by overcoming hurdles, while closely collaborating with engineering and customer operations teams to maintain the fleet.

What makes a strong candidate for this Field Robotics Technician position?

Strong candidates have 3+ years of hands-on experience, expertise in mechanical and electrical systems diagnostics, are based in Atlanta or Fort Pierce, and preferably have well-rounded troubleshooting skills with outdoor experience; a clean driver MVR and passing DOT medical evaluation are also required.

Scythe Robotics

Autonomous mowers for commercial landscaping

About Scythe Robotics

Scythe Robotics operates in the commercial landscaping market, providing an autonomous solution for lawn care with its main product, the M.52 mower. This machine can mow lawns on its own, allowing human workers to focus on other maintenance tasks. The M.52 is battery-powered, which means it runs quietly and produces no gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly option. Scythe Robotics targets commercial clients like property management companies and municipalities, and it uses a subscription model where clients only pay for the mower when it is in use. This aligns the company's success with the efficiency of its clients. Unlike competitors, Scythe Robotics emphasizes sustainability and a customer-focused approach, which has attracted significant venture capital support. The goal of Scythe Robotics is to enhance the efficiency of lawn care while promoting green technology in the landscaping industry.

Boulder, ColoradoHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$59.5MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Energy, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Company Equity

Risks

Adoption of NACS may lead to compatibility issues with existing infrastructure.
Rapid expansion could strain resources and lead to operational inefficiencies.
Reliance on Tesla-like vision technology may expose Scythe to patent risks.

Differentiation

Scythe Robotics offers autonomous mowers, reducing labor needs in commercial landscaping.
The M.52 mower is battery-powered, eliminating emissions and reducing noise pollution.
Scythe's subscription model aligns company success with client growth and efficiency.

Upsides

Integration of NACS charging standard aligns with major automotive trends.
Expansion of production facility indicates strong demand for the M.52 mower.
New mobile app enhances customer satisfaction with deeper mower performance insights.

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