FORT Robotics

Infrastructure Engineer - HIL

FORT Robotics • $90K — $130K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, robotics, or hardware-software systems
  • Strong experience with HIL/SIL systems or test infrastructure
  • Proficiency in Python for automation/framework development
  • Experience designing automation systems at scale (multi-device, multi-environment, or distributed systems)
  • Strong experience with CI/CD systems (GitLab, Jenkins, or similar)
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker)

Responsibilities

  • Design and scale Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches for system and device-level validation
  • Build infrastructure for multi-bench orchestration, including scheduling and resource management
  • Build and manage DevOps workflows for test infrastructure with pipeline automation and environment provisioning
  • Design and integrate CI/CD pipelines for hardware-based testing
  • Build containerized environments for reproducible test execution
  • Develop systems to control hardware programmatically
  • Improve lab infrastructure and test environments for scalability and reliability
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve system-level issues

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor and influence engineering best practices
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology in HIL testing and automation
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Potential exposure to AI/ML applications within engineering processes
  • Contribution to the advancement of scalable validation infrastructure
Full Job Description
Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Engineer focused on building and scaling HIL test infrastructure and automation platforms. This role goes beyond test execution - you will design multi-bench systems, CI/CD-driven workflows, and reliable lab infrastructure to enable efficient, repeatable validation of Fort products.
Responsibilities
  • Design and scale Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches for system and device-level validation
  • Build infrastructure for multi-bench orchestration (scheduling, parallel execution, resource management)
  • Build and manage DevOps workflows for test infrastructure, including pipeline automation, environment provisioning, and artifact management.
  • Design and integrate CI/CD pipelines for hardware-based testing
  • Build containerized (like Docker) environments for reproducible test execution
  • Develop systems to control hardware programmatically (power, connectivity, devices)
  • Improve lab infrastructure, fixtures, and test environments for scalability and reliability
  • Build logging, metrics, and observability systems for debugging and traceability
  • Collaborate with firmware, cloud, and hardware teams to resolve system-level issues
  • Mentor engineers and drive best practices for scalable test infrastructure
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, robotics, or hardware-software systems
  • Strong experience with HIL/SIL systems or test infrastructure
  • Proficiency in Python for automation/framework development
  • Experience designing automation systems at scale (multi-device, multi-environment, or distributed systems)
  • Strong experience with CI/CD systems (GitLab, Jenkins, or similar), including pipeline design and automation workflows
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and building reproducible development and test environments
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and scalable system design
  • Experience with embedded communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, BLE, Wi-Fi)
  • Strong debugging skills across hardware and software systems
  • Ability to design modular, maintainable systems and work cross-functionally
Preferred
  • Experience with distributed systems or orchestration platforms
  • Experience with cloud/logging tools (Azure, Grafana, etc.)
  • Knowledge of safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262)
  • Hands-on hardware/fixture design experience
  • Interest in applying AI/ML in daily engineering workflows

About FORT Robotics

FORT Robotics is a technology company that specializes in developing safety solutions for autonomous machines. The company's products are designed to help prevent accidents and injuries caused by autonomous machines, such as drones and robots. FORT Robotics' products are used by a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture, and logistics. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about FORT Robotics
Size
20 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$500,000
Founded
2018
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$1 million
* Ladders Estimates

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