Robotics Video Annotation Engineer

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About this role
OpenTrain is recruiting for a Robotics Video Annotation Engineer to review footage of robotic arms performing complex industrial tasks and create high-quality annotations for AI training. You will evaluate complete video sessions, apply grading guidelines, classify observed behavior, and document mechanical or control issues that affect performance. The role combines mechatronics expertise with structured video review and requires careful judgment about machine movement, operational failures, and inefficiencies.

What you will do
Review recorded video sessions showing robotic arms executing industrial tasks. Apply provided grading and annotation guidelines to tag, classify, and comment on each session. Identify, document, and categorize mechanical or control problems visible in the footage. Use knowledge of machine movement and failure modes to interpret likely causes of poor or inefficient operation. Produce precise, comprehensive annotations that align with project standards. Clarify ambiguous guidelines or video content with project coordinators when needed. Deliver consistent technical work within the established project framework and timeline.

Required skills
You should have a professional background in mechatronics engineering or a closely related discipline. You should be able to interpret robotic movement and diagnose mechanical or control problems in complex machinery. Strong attention to detail and a record of accurate technical deliverables are important. Prior experience with video annotation or data labeling, particularly for robotics or industrial automation, is valuable. Experience supporting AI training or machine learning projects is highly preferred. You should also be able to work autonomously in a remote, asynchronous project environment.

Helpful background
Experience analyzing why machines fail, evaluating robotic or industrial automation systems, and applying structured quality guidelines will help you succeed. Familiarity with AI training data workflows can further support consistent decisions across video sessions.

Working style
The work is performed remotely and asynchronously, with coordination available to clarify guidelines or ambiguous video content. The role is designed for an individual contractor who can produce dependable annotations independently while meeting project standards and timelines.

Why work with OpenTrain
OpenTrain gives freelancers one place to manage AI training opportunities instead of rebuilding proof of work on every platform. A stronger OpenTrain profile helps you show credible experience, discover roles that match your skills, and turn AI training and data-labeling work into a long-term portfolio.