Robotics Maintenance Technician

About Exotec

At Exotec, we design and maintain cutting-edge robotic systems that are transforming warehouses around the world. Every day, our technology helps make operations safer, faster and less physically demanding. As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a key role in keeping these systems running and delivering exceptional performance for our customers.

Why this role matters

As a Robotics Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing Exotec's advanced robotic solutions across multiple customer sites in the Venlo and Venray area. Through your expertise and problem-solving skills, you will ensure maximum system availability and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

What you'll do

Maintain highly automated robotic systems

• Keep our Skypod® system, robots, conveyors and related equipment running at peak performance.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and software issues.

Ensure operational excellence

• Monitor system performance and identify improvement opportunities.

• Minimize downtime through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous reliability improvements.

Support installation and expansion projects

• Assist with the deployment of new systems and equipment.

• Participate in upgrades and optimization initiatives across customer sites.

Deliver outstanding customer support

• Build strong relationships with on-site customer teams.
• Respond quickly to technical issues and emergency situations when required.
• Support customer training and contribute to an exceptional service experience.

What to expect

Shift pattern: Primarily flexible day shifts, with approximately 20-25% morning or afternoon shifts

Travel expectations: Regular travel between customer sites in the Venlo and Venray area

Site locations:

• Bellstraat 20, 5807 GE Oostrum
• Edisonstraat 2-6 – 5807 GG Oostrum
• Popeweg 50, 5928 SC Venlo
• George Vancouverstraat 15-21, 5975 RX Sevenum

Requirements

Technical skills

• 1-3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, automation, robotics or a similar technical environment

• Good mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Basic understanding of automation, software, mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to work hands-on in an operational environment

Personal skills

• Strong problem-solving mindset

• Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Customer-oriented attitude
• Good level of spoken English

Nice to have

• Experience working with automated systems, conveyors or robotics
• Technical education in Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance or a related field

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Growth opportunities within a fast-growing international company
• Continuous technical training on innovative robotic technologies
• Modern work environment with cutting-edge automation systems

Why you'll enjoy working here

• Work with state-of-the-art robotics, not outdated equipment.
• Join small, supportive teams where everyone makes an impact.
• Enjoy modern, clean working environments.
• Take ownership with the freedom to troubleshoot and solve problems.