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Our approach, grounded in physics, unlocks superhuman capabilities. We are defining the frontier of robotics research and deployment.\nOur team consists of pioneers in robotics and machine learning. We are now hiring to scale our R&D effort. We are looking for hands-on individuals who are excited to help shape the future of robotics.\nRole Overview\nAs a Senior / Staff / Principal Test Engineer, you will own the test strategy and validation approach for our next-generation robotic systems. You will lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle, from defining strategy and designing custom test fixtures to executing rigorous validation protocols. You will ensure our hardware, ranging from electrical components and PCBAs to high-precision actuators and grippers and full robotic arms, meets performance requirements and global certification standards (Safety, IP, etc.).\nThis is a hands-on technical leadership role with scope and level determined by experience. At the Staff and Principal levels, you will establish testing practices across programs, guide architecture and design decisions through test evidence, and drive long-term improvements in hardware reliability.\nResponsibilities\nTest Strategy & Planning: Own comprehensive test plans for electrical components and PCBAs, mechanical sub-assemblies (actuators, end-effectors), and integrated robotic solutions. Define acceptance criteria, prioritize risks, and establish validation coverage for functionality, performance, and reliability.\n\nDesign & Development: Design, build, and maintain custom automated test equipment, jigs, and fixtures using CAD and rapid prototyping. Develop reusable test infrastructure that scales across hardware programs.\n\nExecution & Analysis: Conduct functional, environmental, and stress testing. Lead failure investigations and root cause analysis, and work closely with the R&D team to drive design improvements and verify corrective actions.\n\nElectrical Testing: Work with electrical engineers to validate PCBAs and other electrical components, including power, signal, and interface checks, and support board-level troubleshooting.\n\nTechnical Leadership: Partner with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to improve testability early in the design process. Mentor engineers, establish testing best practices, and communicate validation results and remaining risks to inform hardware release decisions.\n\nCompliance & Certification: Lead technical execution for regulatory certifications, including:\nSafety: ISO 10218 for collaborative environments.\n\nIngress Protection (IP): Ensuring reliability in challenging industrial environments.\n\nDocumentation: Create detailed test reports, traceability matrices, and certification filings to demonstrate compliance with product requirements.\n\nQualifications\nEducation: BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.\n\nExperience: 5+ years in hardware testing, ideally within robotics, medical devices, or aerospace. Demonstrated ownership of complex hardware validation programs. 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