About the role
About Us
Freshly backed by some of the top VCs in Silicon Valley, Trener is redefining robotics by combining advanced AI for intuitive programming with pre-trained skill models that are experts at industrial tasks. With offices in San Francisco (USA) and Trondheim (Norway), we provide software that gives our users unprecedented ease-of-use and capabilities for their robots, allowing them to think, adapt, and perform complex tasks like any skilled worker.
About the Job
We are seeking a Field-Focused Integration Engineer to join our robotics team and lead the deployment of our robotic systems in real-world industrial environments. You will be responsible for hands-on installation, commissioning, and integration of robotic cells in production facilities, ensuring our systems meet safety standards and customer requirements while delivering exceptional performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead on-site installation and commissioning of robotic systems in customer facilities
- Design and implement integration strategies for industrial robotic cells including manipulators, safety systems, and auxiliary equipment
- Conduct system validation, safety assessments, and performance optimization in production environments
- Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and electrical codes
- Provide hands-on customer support, training, and field troubleshooting services
- Collaborate with customers to understand production requirements and adapt solutions accordingly
- Develop deployment documentation, risk assessments, and standard operating procedures
- Drive continuous improvement of field integration processes and best practices
- Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance
Requirements
- Bachelor's in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on industrial robotics integration and deployment experience
- Proven experience integrating robots in real production environments (academic/lab-only experience is not sufficient unless accompanied by significant industrial compliance experience)
- Experience with 6-DOF robot arms from major manufacturers (ABB, KUKA, Fanuc, Universal Robots, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of electrical and safety standards (ISO 10218, ANSI/RIA R15.06, NFPA 79, NEC, CE marking)
- Experience with industrial PLCs, electrical panel design, and control systems
- Proficiency in CAD software for layout design and integration planning
- Understanding of motor control, servo systems, and industrial communication protocols
- Ability to read and create electrical schematics and P&IDs
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple customer deployments
- Excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience
- Willingness to travel frequently to customer sites
What Will Differentiate You
- Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline
- Professional certifications in robotics safety, electrical systems, or industrial automation (e.g., Certified Automation Professional, CSP, RIA, OSHA certifications)
- Experience with specific industry verticals (automotive, manufacturing, electronics, logistics)
- Knowledge of machine vision integration and CNC machinery
- Experience with risk assessments and safety circuit design
- A proactive, self-starting mentality with excellent problem-solving skills and the resilience to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- A unique opportunity to work at the forefront of robotics and AI
- A central role in a growing startup where your contributions will directly shape our future
- Competitive salary, employee equity, and bonuses
- A dynamic and international work environment with offices in the US and Norway