About the role#
We are looking for a Robotics Systems Engineer Intern to help build, deploy, and support the automated technology used in our restaurants. You will work across the full robotic system, including mechanical hardware, electrical and controls systems, software, and system integration. This role involves supporting multiple robot cell deployments, sustaining existing kitchen equipment, and contributing to the development of new automation concepts.
What you'll do#
- Support the installation, commissioning, testing, validation, and operational launch of the Automated Expo robotic order-sorting platform.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and system-integration issues in development and live restaurant environments.
- Assist with prototyping, testing, and evaluation of new kitchen automation concepts.
- Support sustaining engineering activities for kitchen conveyance systems to improve reliability.
- Develop and improve deployment, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational playbooks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant hands-on experience through internships, academic projects, robotics teams, maker projects, or other practical work.
- A foundational understanding of mechanical, electrical, controls, or robotics principles.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams, technical documentation, and component datasheets.
- Experience with CAD, prototyping tools, low-voltage electrical wiring, basic programming, instrumentation, or controls.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Work Modality: Hybrid (3 days per week in the office).
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
- Note: Wonder does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
About Wonder
Wonder operates a mealtime platform that provides dine-in, delivery, pickup, and meal kit options. The company manages a portfolio of brands including Blue Apron, Grubhub, Seamless, Relay, and Tastemade. It is based in New York and maintains a workforce of over 10,000 employees. The platform allows users to order dishes from multiple menus in a single transaction.
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