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Job Title: Lab Engineer – Robotics & Automation (System V&V).
Location: Wilmington, North Reading, or Woburn, MA (On-site).
Employment Type: Contract (W2 through ZipStaff — No C2C or 1099).

About the Opportunity:

ZipStaff is seeking a Lab Engineer for system verification and validation of next-generation robotics at a global e-commerce and robotics organization north of Boston.

You will own test-lab uptime: fixtures, PLC/IO, motion capture, and hands-on robot repair. This is a physical lab seat, not a software-only robotics role.

What You’ll Do:

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot test environments, fixtures, PLC/IO controls, and lab equipment.
Perform hardware rework, component testing, prototype fabrication, and robot repairs.
Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot optical motion capture (OptiTrack, Vicon) and devices such as force plates.
Manage lab resources, stock, and station PC/webcam systems under lockout/interlock safety rules.
Read CAD, electrical schematics, specs, and SOPs.
Write test reports, work instructions, and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years in a technical lab, robotics, electro-mechanical, or automation environment.
5+ years troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, PLC/IO, or lab equipment.
3+ years hardware rework, repair, prototype fabrication, component testing, and LOTO / interlock safety.
Ability to work on-site at Wilmington, North Reading, or Woburn, MA.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

OptiTrack or Vicon (rigid body/skeleton setup and post-processing).
Python and/or C++ for data streaming or lab automation.
Force plates, gantry controls, or other instrumentation in a mocap environment.
Multi-site lab operations.

About ZipStaff

ZipStaff partners with leading organizations to connect skilled technology professionals with high-impact contract opportunities. We focus on quality matches, clear communication, and long-term success for candidates and clients.

To apply, submit your resume highlighting hands-on robotics or electro-mechanical lab work, PLC/IO, and any OptiTrack/Vicon experience.

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