What we are looking for

You are a detail-oriented and practical technician who enjoys building complex systems and understanding how they work. You take pride in neat wiring, robust assemblies, and finding smart ways to get things done. You work well independently, but also value collaboration and clear communication.

Your responsibilities as an assembly Technician at Lobster Robotics

As a Lead Assembly Technician at Lobster Robotics, you will take the lead in assembling, testing, and preparing our underwater robots and support systems for missions at sea. You'll work closely with our engineering team to bring designs to life, turning CAD models and schematics into fully integrated systems. This role is hands-on and varied, ranging from mechanical builds to electronics integration and system troubleshooting. You’ll have an active voice in improving our assembly workflows, ensuring our robots are reliable, maintainable, and mission-ready. Your work will directly impact the success of our offshore operations.

This is what we expect you to bring to the table:

• Assembly experience – Hands-on experience with mechanical and/or electrical assembly, ideally in robotics, automotive, aerospace, or maritime systems

• Soldering skills – Confident in soldering both PCBs and cables for reliable, field-ready connections

• Technical drawing literacy – Able to interpret and work from assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical schematics

• CAD proficiency – Familiar with CAD software (e.g. Onshape, Fusion 360, SolidWorks) for designing or adjusting custom parts, brackets, and jigs

• Workshop competence – Comfortable using hand tools, crimpers, soldering irons, and diagnostic equipment in a workshop setting

• Documentation & feedback – Skilled at documenting builds, troubleshooting issues, and providing clear feedback to engineers

• Independent & structured – Self-sufficient, structured, and reliable in your work

• Language skills – Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus)

• Electronics understanding (plus) – Experience with low-voltage electronics, sensor systems, or embedded systems is a plus

Who are we?

Lobster Robotics develops autonomous underwater drones for high-resolution seabed mapping and inspection. We operate in real-world environments where GNSS, subsea comms, and human intervention are not available. That means our systems need to make decisions locally: using sensor fusion, onboard processing, and real-time autonomy.

The engineering challenges are complex and cross-disciplinary. We work on systems that combine vision, acoustics, controls, and embedded computing, all under tight energy and compute constraints. It’s a highly technical environment where decisions have to hold up in the field and not just on paper.

Lobster is the leading company in the Netherlands in autonomous subsea robotics. We’re entering a crucial phase, with strong traction from the Dutch Navy and growing interest across NATO. The work ahead is varied, fast-moving, and high impact - and we’re looking for engineers who are ready to build what doesn’t exist yet.

“You’ll own real problems, build for the field, and see the impact of your work.”

Daan de Groot, CTO at Lobster Robotics

Our values

We value clarity, ingenuity, and safety. If something goes wrong, we expect clear communication, a smart workaround, and a safe process. That’s how we operate.

We also care about impact. Our drones reduce CO₂ emissions by replacing large survey ships. They help protect marine ecosystems and support the safety of critical infrastructure.

What we offer you

• End-to-end ownership of technically complex projects, from concept to deployment

• A core role in shaping our next-gen underwater drones and autonomy stack

• A focused, capable team with short lines, no overhead, and strong technical depth

• A workplace where planning is taken seriously, and your time is respected

• Real-world variety: lab work, system design, and field deployments across Europe and beyond

• A stable company with growing traction from the Dutch Navy and NATO

• Market-based salary, 30 vacation days, and room for training or specialization

• Office location at YES!Delft with all standard facilities (parking, showers, bike access, etc.)

• Participation in our pensioen program. 

Interested in working with us?

Apply now by sending your resume and motivation letter to hr@lobster-robotics.com!