Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer (Robotics): Developing and optimizing scalable test infrastructure for humanoid robotic systems with an accent on embedded hardware, electronics, and production test strategies. Focus on implementing Design-for-Test (DFT) principles, leading root cause analysis, and architecting automated test platforms for high-volume production.

Location: Onsite in Salem, OR. All roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Salary: $125,000 – $163,000 USD

Company

Pioneering a new era of automation with commercially deployed humanoid robots that enhance human potential in warehouses and distribution centers.

What you will do

• Architect manufacturing test systems for electrical, embedded, and control subsystems across multiple product lines.
• Define and drive automated production test strategies to maximize coverage, repeatability, and throughput.
• Integrate Design-for-Test (DFT) and Design-for-Manufacturing (DFM) principles early in product development.
• Own the full lifecycle of test platforms, including requirements, hardware/software development, and deployment.
• Lead root cause analysis and failure investigations by analyzing system-level test data.
• Mentor junior engineers and establish high standards for test documentation and technical records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering for complex electro-mechanical or embedded systems.
• Proficiency in Python for test automation, instrumentation control, and data analysis.
• Deep understanding of communication protocols: I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and EtherCAT.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and experience with ECAD tools (Altium preferred).
• Experience with Linux or RTOS-based systems and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing.

Nice to have

• Experience integrating test systems with MES, test databases, and SPC frameworks.
• Exposure to safety-critical or regulated product development environments.
• Background in robotics or highly integrated mechatronic systems.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match and company stock options.
• Flexible, unlimited PTO for exempt employees and 12 company holidays.
• On-site perks including catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks.
• Relocation assistance provided for eligible roles.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.