Hardware Test Engineer

Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.

You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Hardware Test Engineer with a demonstrated proficiency in testing electro-mechanical systems across various stages of the product life cycle. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our engineering team to develop and execute system test campaigns, focusing on verifying the performance of our Apollo platform. The ideal candidate will contribute to the refinement and enhancement of product designs towards commercial deployment, while fostering a culture of excellence within the testing process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Test Design and Development: Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and procedures for manufacturing processes. Design and maintain test fixtures and automation tools to ensure rigorous and repeatable testing.


• Programming and Scripting: Utilize programming skills in Python (or equivalent languages) to create and maintain test scripts and software tools that support manufacturing test processes.


• Database Management: Manage and analyze test data using SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL). Experience with NoSQL databases is a plus. Develop and execute queries to support data analysis and reporting.


• Collaboration with Engineering: Work closely with the Engineering team to integrate robot calibration processes into the manufacturing workflow. Provide feedback on design and manufacturing challenges to continuously improve product quality.


• International Travel: Travel to our contract manufacturing facility in Mexico and other locations as needed to oversee and support testing activities. Ensure alignment with manufacturing standards and protocols.


• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of test procedures, results, and defect logs. Provide regular reports and updates to management and engineering teams. · Robotics Expertise: Apply knowledge of robotics, including ROS (Robot Operating System), EtherCAT, and Linux, to troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during testing.


• Quality Assurance: Ensure machine qualification through calibration, correlation, capability, repeatability, and reproducibility. Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to ensure the reliability of test results.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience in product/system level testing, with a focus on component-level through assembly & post-build.


• Strong understanding of robotics principles, pneumatics, servo motors, motion controllers, PLC, and PC-based control systems.


• Familiarity with optics principles and their application in positioning and alignment machines.


• Proficiency in root cause analysis, PFMEA, and continuous improvement methodologies.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant experience.


• 5+ Years of Test Engineering experience related to complex electro-mechanical products

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer


• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times


• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen


• Hearing and speech to communicate

Perks:

• Competitive salary w/ benefits


• Highly motivating equity incentive package


• Flexible work hours policy


• Professional development opportunities


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401k plan

*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.

Apptronik 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.