About the RoleWe are seeking a
Senior Hardware Test Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this hybrid role, you will serve as a key technical leader for design verification testing of the humanoid robots arm subsystem and components including electronics, electrical interfaces, actuators, sensors and end-effectors. You will own verification strategy and planning, develop robust test infrastructure, lead subsystem-level characterization, and drive improvements in test coverage, engineering rigor, and design robustness.
About the Work- Own the design verification strategy for the arm subsystem and components, including electronics, electrical interfaces, actuators, sensors, and end-effectors
- Define verification plans, coverage goals, and test protocols across the product development lifecycle
- Partner with hardware design, systems engineering, and analysis teams to ensure requirements, testability, and verification readiness are addressed early in development
- Maintain clear end-to-end traceability from subsystem requirements through test execution and results
Test Development & Execution- Develop and execute subsystem-level characterization and design verification testing for torso electronics
Design automated, repeatable test setups for electrical interfaces, actuators, sensors, end-effectors, and control electronics- Build test scripts, tooling, and diagnostics to improve efficiency, repeatability, and data quality
Continuous Improvement & Technical Leadership- Lead investigation of verification test failures and nonconformances, driving root cause identification and corrective actions in partnership with design teams
- Identify gaps in verification coverage and implement improvements in test infrastructure, processes, and standards
- Document test methods, results, and best practices to scale learning across future development cycles
- Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of strong engineering rigor, execution, and continuous improvement
About You- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in test engineering, design verification, or electrical validation
- Strong preference for experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or other complex hardware systems
- Technical Expertise:
- Deep understanding of mechatronics verification testing, including motor controllers, electrical interfaces, kinematics and sensors with a strong preference for experience with EtherCAT architecture
- Experience validating electro-mechanical systems, and safety-critical electrical subsystems
- Familiarity with sensor verification (force torque, motor encoders) and performance characterization
- Proficiency with lab tools such as oscilloscopes, sensors, logic analyzers, DAQs, power supplies, and environmental test equipment
- Proficiency in python scripting for test automation
- Skills:
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to translate test results into clear design feedback
- Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities, capable of driving alignment and leading technical discussions across multidisciplinary teams and supplier partners
- Demonstrated ability to execute effectively and drive results in dynamic, highly ambiguous environments.
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Controls, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred
Location- This a hybrid position based out of our Fremont office.
The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Anticipated Salary Range
$170,000-$221,000 USD
In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:- 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
- Equity: Company stock options.
- Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
- Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
- Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Time Off:
- Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
- Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
- On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
- Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
- Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
- Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
- Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
- Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.
All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.
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