Pave Robotics is building autonomous crack-sealing robots to repair America’s roads faster, cheaper, and without putting people in harm’s way. We’re a small, fast, no-BS engineering team in San Francisco, and we’re looking for a hands-on fabrication technician who can help us assemble, test, and refine our robots. If you love making real hardware, working with metal, and jumping between tools without needing your hand held, you’ll fit right in. ⸻ What You’ll Do • Build and assemble mechanical subsystems for our autonomous crack-sealing robots • Fabricate parts using: • CNC mills/routers • MIG/TIG welding • 3D printers (FDM + resin a plus) • Laser cutters • Assist with prototype iteration: fixtures, brackets, housings, robot chassis, custom tooling • Wire harness assembly, sensors, actuators, and general electro-mechanical build work • Help with field testing prep and post-test teardown • Keep the shop organized, clean, and humming ⸻ What We’re Looking For • Solid experience in CNC machining (Tormach, Haas, PathPilot, Fusion 360 CAM, or similar) • Welding proficiency (MIG required, TIG preferred) • Comfortable with 3D printing and laser cutting workflows • Able to read mechanical drawings and follow assembly instructions • Good with hand tools, power tools, and machine shop safety • Bonus: robotics experience, automotive fabrication, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, or basic wiring • Most importantly: you’re scrappy, fast, self-directed, and take pride in building real, working hardware ⸻ What We Offer • Full-time role at our San Francisco shop (Mission District) • Competitive pay depending on experience • Work directly with founders and senior engineers • A chance to build robots that actually go outside and solve real infrastructure problems • Zero bureaucracy, maximum impact ⸻ How to Apply Send a short email with your resume, portfolio (photos of things you’ve built are great), and a few sentences about why you like fabrication work.