Field Robotics Deployment Lead

About the role

Rhoda AI is seeking a Field Robotics Deployment Lead to own end‑to‑end robot deployments across the US and internationally. You will manage site preparation, installation, commissioning, and transition to steady‑state operations while traveling extensively to customer sites.

Key responsibilities

• Lead site preparation, robot installation, system integration, and commissioning at logistics and manufacturing customer sites.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), ensuring production‑readiness before handover.
• Design and implement operational runbooks, training programs, escalation procedures, and spare‑parts management for each deployed site.
• Coordinate deployment timelines with engineering, application, and remote support teams, handling permits, EHS requirements, and risk management.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics engineering or equivalent industrial experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial robotics or automation deployment, commissioning, or field engineering.
• Valid US work authorization, passport, and ability to travel internationally and domestically 70%+.

Required skills

• Hands‑on electro‑mechanical troubleshooting (multimeter, oscilloscope, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, actuators).
• Linux command‑line proficiency, basic Python scripting, Docker/container operations.
• Experience with ROS or ROS2, or willingness to learn ROS2 quickly.
• Proven track record executing FAT/SAT processes and writing detailed runbooks, SOPs, and handover documents.