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As a Robotics Engineer, you will be responsible for: * Development, testing, and deployment of disassembly, reassembly, and other automated jobs of customer products in the Molg's Microfactories

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Robotics Engineer

Lake Orion, MI · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

Mentor and support junior engineers, technicians, and project team members. * Manage robotics-related budgets, schedules, and workload breakdown structures (WBS). This description is intended to ...

Robotics Scientist

Durham, NC · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

What you'll do at BotBuilt You'll work on a variety of projects providing guidance to engineers ... closely with junior robotics staff to develop novel motion planning, control, and perception ...

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers. * Define engineering best practices and ... Prior work in autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments * Familiarity with middleware ...

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers. * Define engineering best practices and ... Prior work in autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments * Familiarity with middleware ...

Robotics Engineer, Software

Holland, MI · On-site

$96K - $128K/yr

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers. * Define engineering best practices and ... Prior work in autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments * Familiarity with middleware ...

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers. * Define engineering best practices and ... Prior work in autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments * Familiarity with middleware ...

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers. * Define engineering best practices and ... Prior work in autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments * Familiarity with middleware ...

Senior Robotics Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

... junior and mid-level robotics engineers • Ability to work in-person at Molg HQ in Sterling, VA. REPORTING STRUCTURE: This role reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering. WHO WE ARE:

Senior Robotics Engineer

Holland, MI · On-site

$113K - $151K/yr

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers * Define engineering best practices and ... Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 or other robotics frameworks Preferred Skills: * Prior work in ...

Senior Robotics Engineer

Holland, MI · Hybrid

$113K - $151K/yr

Mentor and review work of junior and mid-level engineers * Define engineering best practices and ... Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 or other robotics frameworks Preferred Skills: * Prior work in ...

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How much do freelance junior robotics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance junior robotics engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Junior Robotics Engineer vs Freelance Mechanical Engineer?

AspectFreelance Junior Robotics EngineerFreelance Mechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in robotics, mechanical engineering, or related field; some certifications in robotics or automationDegree in mechanical engineering or related field; certifications in CAD, design, or manufacturing
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often collaborative with robotics teams, startups, or research labsProject-based, working on design, analysis, or manufacturing for various industries
Employer & Industry UsageStartups, research institutions, automation companiesManufacturing firms, design consultancies, engineering services

Freelance Junior Robotics Engineers focus on designing and testing robotic systems, often requiring knowledge of electronics and programming. In contrast, Freelance Mechanical Engineers primarily work on mechanical design, analysis, and manufacturing processes. Both roles are project-based and require relevant engineering credentials, but they serve different industry needs and technical specializations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Junior Robotics Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,799 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Junior Robotics Engineer

MOLG Inc.

Sterling, VA

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Hours: Full-time

Location: Molg HQ in Chantilly, VA (Northern Virginia)

Salary: Competitive compensation, including salary, equity, and full healthcare benefits


OUR MISSION

Tackle the fast growing e-waste problem by making electronics manufacturing circular. 


Molg builds robotics microfactories and software to autonomously assemble and disassemble complex electronic products like laptop PCs, servers, and battery packs. Working with some of the leading computer + server manufacturers as well as industrial companies like Stanley Black and Decker, we are building the circular manufacturing technology to recover existing in-market devices for reuse and recycling as well as helping develop the next generation of circular-focused devices at the design level. 


IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Work with a talented cross-functional team of software, mechanical, electrical, and robotics engineers to develop our core technologies in robotics, assembly intelligence, computer vision, and microfactories. As a Robotics Engineer, you will be responsible for:


  • Development, testing, and deployment of disassembly, reassembly, and other automated jobs of customer products in the Molg’s Microfactories 

  • Contributing to core CAD to robotic motion and grasp planning workflow software (i.e. assembly intelligence)

  • Delivering simulations and scenarios related to customer demonstrations and deployments

  • Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers on end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, vision systems, and control systems


WHO YOU ARE:

  • Passionate and curious about robotics and manufacturing 

  • Have some industry or academic experience in software development in the field of robotics, mechatronics, 3D modeling software, or automation.

  • Proficient in modern software development (e.g. python, ROS, github, docker, etc)

  • Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently both verbally and in writing


WHO WE ARE:


We spend our days building robotic systems, developing complex assembly intelligence software, and designing the next generation of circular products for our customers. Given the importance of working hands-on with physical systems, we are a 100% in-person team collaboratively working in our industrial space in Chantilly, VA, down the road from the largest data center market in the world.  Our facility includes a variety of robots, CNC milling machines, 3D printers, and all the tools needed to build and test our products. It is important to us that anyone on our team that is interested in learning how to use our various pieces of equipment and machinery is taught and can gain the skills and appreciation for making physical things.   


While we are primarily funded by our work with Fortune 100 companies, we are also supported by amazing backers like Elemental Excelerator and Techstars. 


THINGS TO KNOW:

  • We’re a small collaborative team with big ambitions, and there’s a good amount of context-switching. We expect people to be autonomous and drive their own work to completion.

  • We are a profitable business that is primarily funded from customer revenue, which means we are scrappy and looking to build a great sustainable company for years to come.

  • As a growing company and startup, priorities may shift as customer or business requirements change. We strive to empower individuals with context and decision-making power to meet this need.