Expert Hardware Test Engineer (f/m/d)

Orbem; München; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Stock Options

Visa & Relocation Support

Learning & Development €1,750 annual

Fitness Membership

Childcare Reimbursement

Deutschland Ticket

Flexible Hours & Home Office

WFH Perks: €185 home office upgrade

30 Days Paid Leave

Personal Leave

Work from Anywhere 60 days/year

Zusammenfassung

Orbem seeks an Expert Hardware Test Engineer (f/m/d) to lead hardware testing across MRI automation products. You will design rigorous test protocols, validate mechanical, electrical and mechatronic components, and ensure quality gates in collaboration with MRI, Mechatronics, Compliance and Software teams.

Based in Munich with a hybrid work model, you will define testing strategies, collaborate with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement while shaping the company’s QC and testing culture.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of hardware, reliability, mechatronics or system‑integration testing experience.
• Led a testing team in the past.
• Established/testing frameworks for complex systems with top‑notch tools.
• Hands-on with automation systems, sensors, actuators, oscilloscopes or PLCs.
• Ability to define objective pass/fail criteria and perform root‑cause analysis.

Aufgaben

• Define, conduct and document hardware test strategies and quality gates.
• Design test protocols for automation systems and imaging units.
• Create environments for in‑house testing of sub‑systems and components.
• Collaborate with product development, supply chain and software integration teams.
• Establish and maintain the QMS framework and testing processes.

Kenntnisse

Hardware testing

Reliability

Mechatronics

Leadership

System integration

Tools

Oscilloscopes

PLCs

Test automation tools

Jobbeschreibung

Help build a more sustainable and healthier world. We provide you with the autonomy and support to make it happen.

We are a team of innovators from around the world, united by curiosity and the drive to create a better future.

Team Members

> 200

nationalities

> 40

women

41 %

Guided by our values, we strive to foster an

outstanding work environment where everyone is

supported and empowered to thrive.

We own every challenge

We accept challenges as opportunities for growth and approach them with determination. We take responsibility, collaborate as needed, and stay accountable for our results.

We strive for better

We learn, adapt, and push for higher standards. We embrace feedback as a tool for growth and celebrate the progress and accomplishments that strengthen us.

We imagine new frontiers

We challenge the status quo with curiosity and creativity. We seek diverse perspectives and innovate with purpose to shape a healthier, more sustainable future for our society, our team, and our business.

open roles

We are hiring

Expert Hardware Test Engineer (f/m/d)

Location

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Hybrid

Department

Product & Technology

Compensation

At Orbem, pay bands are transparent. Every role sits within a job level with a defined base salary range, benchmarked against market data and applied company-wide.

Total compensation is base salary plus equity in the form of stock options. The two are linked: more base means less equity, and the reverse. You choose where you land between them.

Base salary: tied to your job level, benchmarked, consistent company-wide

Equity (ESOP): purchase shares at a fixed price and share in Orbem's growth as it scales

You’ll get full details during the hiring process.

We see the potential inside everything and everyone. Starting with you.

Orbem uses AI to industrialize MRI, delivering non-invasive insight into everything from fruits to eggs to the human body. We are transforming what is becoming the world's largest biological dataset into actionable intelligence to reduce waste, increase quality, and accelerate the shift toward a more sustainable and healthier future.

Headquartered and founded in Munich, Germany, with an office now in Houston, Texas, our world‑class team is scaling inside‑out technology to transform how humanity sees and understands biological matter.

Help us see what's possible. Join us.

Your Role

You will spearhead hardware testing at Orbem. Working side‑by‑side with MRI, Mechatronics, Compliance, and Software Engineers in Test, you will design rigorous test protocols and execute hands‑on validation of every mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic component that ships with our automation and industrialised AI‑powered MRI products.

Define, conduct and document hardware test strategies, protocols and quality gates for our automation systems and industrialized imaging unit.

Define and create the right environment for in‑house testing of sub‑systems and components.

Collaborate closely with the product development team, supply chain, field engineers and Software integration.

Establish and own our QMS framework and testing process.

Define and conduct testing strategies and protocols to assess our suppliers, visit manufacturing units and perform FATs.

Your responsibilities include:

Defining a long‑term testing and quality strategy for our complex systems and building the required team and resources around this.

Your Experience and Skills

You have 5 + years experience in hardware, reliability, mechatronics or system‑integration testing and have led a testing team in the past.

You have established and enforced quality and testing frameworks for complex systems using top‑notch tools.

You are hands‑on with automation systems, sensors, actuators, oscilloscopes or PLCs.

You have proven ability to set objective pass/fail criteria, perform root‑cause analysis and request design improvements.

You are experienced in writing clear test plans for electro‑mechanical interfaces.

Fit to our values

We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.

We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond “doable” and “reasonable”. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

What Makes You Stand Out

You have a strong background in the food automation industry or worked with medical devices.

You turn fuzzy “should work” ideas into measurable metrics and back them with repeatable test frameworks

You are proactive, curious and passionate about sustainable, high‑impact technology.

What We Offer

International Environment

Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package

Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success. (If the role is an L1, please delete the stock option sentence as it's not applicable).

Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration

Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference:

Join an ambitious, fast‑growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale‑up environment, you'll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we're committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you.

Your Team:

You’ll become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: https://orbem.ai/company/

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!

We'll talk through your background, motivations, and what you're looking for.

You’ll hear about the role, compensation, and what to expect next.

2

A role‑specific task that mirrors real work you'd do here.

Show us your inside‑out thinking: how you approach problems and arrive at solutions.

3

Interview day

Three conversations focused on: culture, team, and your potential.

Explore Orbem's culture, meet the people you'd work with, and talk through your growth goals and why Orbem.

“I first came across Orbem during my internship in France. In 2023, I was interning at one of Orbem’s very first customers during my final year of university. That’s how I got to discover their team and experience the tech from the customer side, and I immediately fell in love with their mindset and vision.”

Jade Moreau

MRI Application Specialist

“My favorite aspect of working at Orbem would be the amazing culture and diversity. Everyone has a unique perspective, is super friendly, and always willing to help out in a pinch. Team dynamics are also social and collaborative to allow for a nurturing but productive work environment!”

Mechatronics Integration Engineer

“Besides the impact we create with our technological innovation, it’s the team and collaborative spirit that truly stand out for me. At Orbem, we have a highly diverse and international team, and we work on interdisciplinary projects. This brings a wealth of perspectives to the table. I am convinced that this helps us develop out‑of‑the‑box solutions for pressing challenges.”

Head of Systems Engineering

“Orbem has been a journey of self‑discovery for me; everything from refining my communication style to honing my leadership approach. I’ve learned to dig into the “why” behind each decision I take, which has sharpened both my professional and personal growth.”

“Orbem, it aligned with my interests but also with my principles, wanting to employ tech for good, then as I met the team, I directly felt a connection to them as they are very welcoming and nice. All of this continues to hold 5 years later.”

Skander Salah

Machine Learning Engineer

Meet the team

In Germany

International Environment

Seamless support for your move to Germany (budget for the relocation).

Learning & Development

€1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

Fitness Membership

Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

Full coverage of public transportation.

Work when and where it suits you.

Work From Home Perks

Get €185 to upgrade your home office.

Plenty of time to recharge.

Personal Leave

Flexibility for life’s important moments.

Work from Anywhere

Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Take care of your mental health with guided meditation and mindfulness sessions.

Bike Leasing

Stay active and commute sustainably with our company‑supported bike leasing program.

Referral Program

Recommend great people from your network and get rewarded for helping us grow our team.

Enjoy exclusive discounts and deals for smarter everyday purchases.

Pension Scheme

Plan ahead with our deferred compensation option to support your future financial security.

In the USA

International Environment

Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

25 days of Paid Time Off annually

This covers vacation, personal, and sick days. Team members can use their PTO as they see fit. Additionally, we offer 8 paid public holidays.

Family/parental leave

Our parental leave policy offers up to 12 weeks annually for bonding with a newborn, adoption, or caring for a seriously ill family member. This leave is partially paid at 67% of the average weekly wage, capped by state limits.

We offer 3 additional paid days off for the loss of a parent, sibling, child, spouse, legal partner, or grandparent.

Medical insurance

We will cover 75% of the medical insurance premium, allowing access to high‑quality healthcare with ease. Additionally, we offer 50% coverage for the dependents.

Dental and vision insurance

We will cover 50% of the dental and vision insurance premium, for the team member and the dependents.

401k* (Retirement saving plan)

With this benefit, it’s possible to set aside a portion of the team members' salary into the 401(k) account before taxes. As a consequence, the taxable income for the year will be reduced. Orbem will match 100% of the contribution up to 5% of the salary.

Wellness Program

Access to Premium fitness providers partnering with ADP.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Orbem fosters a culture that encourages flexibility in work hours and locations.

Referral Program

Earn $550 for referring an intern/student or $2,200 for referring a permanent employee who gets hired by Orbem.

Provided through our benefits partner, ADP Workforce + $2000 annual budget for personal growth.

Access to several corporate discounts through ADP Workforce.

Relocation Support

Seamless support for your move to Houston (budget for the relocation).