Robotics Engineering Intern: Systems & Applications

Summary

GrayMatter Robotics is a well-capitalized Physical AI company headquartered in Los Angeles, building Factory SuperIntelligence (FSI) through systems that learn, adapt, and develop genuine process intelligence across every part they touch. Our robots take on the tedious, hazardous, and ergonomically demanding work that has kept manufacturing dependent on a shrinking skilled workforce, delivering superhuman performance. Robotics has a demo problem. GMR doesn't. Our systems are in active production today, adapting autonomously to real geometries, real materials, and real process variation without reprogramming. We deliver our system through a Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model that converts capital expenditure into an operating subscription, making Physical AI accessible to the manufacturers who need it most. We hire people who want to solve hard physical problems at an industrial scale.

We help manufacturers improve the quality of life for their workforce while increasing production capacity and reducing scrap, repair, and rework costs. As a Robotics Engineering Intern, you will join our Customer Success team onsite in Carson, CA to spearhead advancements in robotic surface treatment applications. Your work will enhance manufacturing efficiency and precision while supporting GMR's mission to innovate and improve industry standards.

This is a paid internship running approximately October 2026 through March 2027. Candidates must be available to start no later than October 1, 2026.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work on our Government Projects team with other cross-functional teams on designing, implementing, and testing systems associated with robotic grinding applications. 

• Partner with Senior Application Engineers to support robotic solutions

• Participate in rigorous system testing practices

• Assist in proof of concepts for new customers

• Participate in hands-on work to solve difficult problems

• Be curious and eager to learn new skills, efficient ways of working and how to pay close attention to details

Export Control Requirements

In order to comply with the export regulations of the United States Government, it is required that the applicant must fall under one of the following categories: (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (i.e. current green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.

Minimum Qualifications

• Has or in the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

• Experience in iterative design and prototyping of cyber-physical and mechatronic systems

• Exposure to manufacturing processes and industries

• Ability to read and interpret C++/Python 

• Experience with Visual Studio Code

• Adaptable to new environments and comfortable with changing environments

• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple teams

• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with quickly changing priorities

• Must secure work authorization in the United States and maintain ongoing work authorization beginning at the time of hire through the entirety of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Has or in the process of obtaining a master's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

• Industry or internship work experience within autonomous manufacturing

• Experience in manufacturing processes

• Experience in developing standard operating procedures and documentation

• Experience working with industrial robots and auxiliary systems

• Programming skill in C++ / python

• Expertise in 3D CAD design

• Experience with Linux environment

• Background in Dynamics / controls / motion planning / machine learning / robotics / computer vision / artificial intelligence / computational geometry

• Experience with ROS

GrayMatter Robotics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage and embrace applicants of all backgrounds to apply!

GrayMatter Robotics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodations during the recruiting process, please contact accommodations@graymatter-robotics.com to submit your request.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Depending on the position and if listed, compensation may include the base salary range, bonus or commission, and equity. We also provide comprehensive benefits and perks which include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, unlimited PTO, 401(k) plan + employer match, regular offsite events, a discretionary fund for enhancing productivity and so much more! The range listed on job postings reflect the minimum and maximum new hire salary across levels in Los Angeles, CA.