Manufacturing Technician - Crover Ltd

Imagine being part of a cutting-edge project that’s revolutionizing the way we approach technology—like being at the forefront of drone development before drones were mainstream. No need to imagine: at Crover, we are a pioneering, award-winning team that has developed the world's first robotic device capable of swimming through dense granular media like sand, grains, and powders—the "CROVER."

Our primary product, the CROVER Grain Storage Management system, helps grain storage operators detect critical issues such as hotspots early on, ensuring the quality of cereal grains and oilseeds like corn, soybeans, wheat, and barley in bulk storage. #SavingGrains

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an individual  with some experience in technical fields, eager to dive deeper into the world of robotics manufacturing and innovation.

Main Duties

• Assemble mechanical and electrical parts of CROVER robots/systems.

• Responsible for ordering parts and equipment needed for the manufacturing site, ensuring timely procurement and availability.

• Liaise with local and overseas suppliers to manage orders, monitor shipment schedules, and address any issues that may arise.

• Perform basic maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring equipment is working safely and efficiently.

• Operating various equipment for the testing, inspection, and troubleshooting of electrical components, PCBs, and assembled devices.

• Read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams.

• Collaborate with other technicians and engineers to improve  systems.

• Test, inspect, and debug electrical components, PCBs, and software.

• Perform routine inspections to identify potential problems; collate and compile relative fault analysis reports.

• Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair tasks performed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

• Monitor and track all pending orders, providing regular updates on scheduling and ensuring alignment with production timelines.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with hand and power tools, soldering, and testing equipment.

• A basic understanding of CAD software and digital manufacturing tools (bonus points if you’ve used them before!).

• The ability to troubleshoot wiring systems and interpret technical drawings.

• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude.

• Experience testing and debugging Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).

• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to an innovative robotics company.

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Crover offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to an employee's professional experience. For New York State, the range of starting annual base pay for this role is $40,000- $45,000

• As part of the Start-Up NY program, our employees enjoy up to 10 years of New York State income tax exemptions. This means more take-home pay for you while working with an innovative startup!

• 11 paid holidays and generous vacation and sick time. 

• Collaborative and innovative environment: have the chance to work with one of the leading robotics teams in the country, leading the way in granular locomotion at a global level.

• Career acceleration: have the chance to deliver tangible results within a short span of time.

• Monday to Friday - Normal business hours

Other Details

• On-site work (required due to the nature of the role).

• Crover site located within the Cornell AgriTech campus in Geneva, NY (address: 665 W. North Street, Rooms 216/217 - Geneva, NY, 14456) and opportunity to work at the Tech Garden in Syracuse, NY

If you have prior experience in the areas mentioned and are eager to grow your skills further, we want to hear from you!