At RobCo, we develop AI-powered robotic systems that make industrial processes more autonomous, efficient, and scalable. Our Autonomous Manufacturing Platform combines modular industrial hardware with physical AI, enabling rapid deployment and continuous optimisation in real-world production environments.
With offices in Munich, San Francisco and Austin, and the support of leading investors such as Lightspeed, Lingotto Innovation und Sequoia, we are working to redefine industrial automation.
To further expand our team, we are looking for you as
Senior) Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
to join our
Austin-based team
.
Your role will be central to ensuring successful implementation and ongoing performance of our robotic solutions at customer sites throughout the United States. You will play a critical part in scaling our solutions and providing technical leadership and support.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development and Testing: Take ownership of robotic solution concepts from detailed design through development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support within our Austin facility and at customer locations.
- Customer Deployment and Integration: Lead the technical deployment and commissioning of RobCo’s robotic automation systems at customer sites, ensuring seamless integration with existing production environments.
- Project Leadership: Plan, coordinate, and document customer projects from initial scoping through to successful commissioning, delivering robust and reliable solutions.
YOUR PROFILE
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related technical field.
- 3-5 years of experience on deploying large autonomous systems.
- Proven ability to manage projects independently and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Strong problem-solving skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work collaboratively across internal teams and customers.
- Structured, clear communicator with strong documentation skills.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel regularly within the United States.
- Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g., German or Spanish) advantageous but not required.
WHY US?
- Contribute to groundbreaking technology in modular robotics.
- Work independently within a collaborative startup environment that values innovation, direct feedback, and rapid growth.
- Participate in team-building events and professional development activities.
- Opportunity to significantly impact the future direction of automation technology in North America.
ABOUT US
RobCo was founded in Munich at the end of 2020 and develops AI-powered robotic systems that bring learning and autonomy to industrial processes. The Autonomous Manufacturing Platform combines modular industrial hardware with a software architecture for physical AI, enabling rapid implementation, continuous optimisation and application-specific performance.
Through a Robotics-as-a-Service model, RobCo helps industrial companies automate manual tasks while reducing operational complexity and risk. The company covers a wide range of industrial applications, including machine tending, palletising, dispensing and welding.
RobCo operates in Europe and the US, with offices in Munich, San Francisco and Austin. The company is backed by leading global investors, including Lightspeed, Lingotto Innovation und Sequoia.
At RobCo, applicants are selected regardless of ethnic origin, religion, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. All decisions throughout the recruitment process are based solely on the qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience of the applicants and the relevant business requirements.
