Manufacturing Test Engineer - Robotics

Locus Robotics; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in warehouse automation as a Manufacturing Test Engineer, where you will play a vital role in developing and optimizing test strategies for cutting-edge robotic systems. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced technology, ensuring product quality and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will leverage your electrical engineering knowledge and programming skills to design comprehensive test solutions that enhance production efficiency. If you are passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in test engineering for electromechanical systems.
• Experience designing and testing software and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies for robotic subsystems.
• Collaborate with teams to establish test requirements and coverage.

Skills

Test Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Programming (Python)

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Linux/Unix

Test/Debug Methodologies

Job description

Locus Robotics is a global leader in warehouse automation, delivering unmatched flexibility and unlimited throughput, and actionable intelligence to optimize operations. Powered by LocusONE, an AI-driven platform, our advanced autonomous mobile robots seamlessly integrate into existing warehouse environments to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and scale operations with ease.

Trusted by over 150 industry leading retail, healthcare, 3PL, and industrial brands in over 350 sites worldwide, Locus enables warehouse operators to achieve rapid ROI, minimize labor costs, and continuously improve productivity. Our industry-first Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model ensures ongoing innovation, scalability, and cost-effectiveness without the burden of significant capital investments. With proven capabilities in diverse workflows—from picking and replenishment to sorting and pack-out—Locus Robotics empowers businesses to meet peak demands and adapt to ever-changing operational needs.

The Test Engineer will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and optimizing test strategies for our production of robotic systems. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll ensure the quality and reliability of our products through rigorous testing methodologies and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.

This position requires a blend of electrical engineering knowledge, programming skills, and hands-on problem-solving expertise to design comprehensive test solutions that maintain our high standards of quality while optimizing production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and methods for robotic subsystems and complete systems verification and validation.
• Design, build, and deploy test modules and fixtures for manufacturing of robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to establish test requirements and coverage throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyze test data and metrics to improve manufacturing speed, yield, and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis for production and field failures.
• Support production through escalations and continuous monitoring of test systems.
• Document test procedures, specifications, and results to ensure consistency and traceability.
• Participate in new product introductions and develop test solutions to enable new technologies.
• Work with contract manufacturing partners to ensure seamless deployment of test solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in test engineering for complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience designing and testing multiple subsystems (software, electrical systems, mechanical systems, control systems).
• Proficiency with test/debug methodologies and manufacturing test setup & operations.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
• Knowledge of data storage architecture.
• Experience in volume manufacturing environments.
• Background in product lifecycle management.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Locus Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

Home Company Careers Job Openings Manufacturing Test Engineer - Robotics

Operations

Manufacturing Test Engineer - Robotics

Wilmington, MA On-Site Full-time

Locus Robotics is a global leader in warehouse automation, delivering unmatched flexibility and unlimited throughput, and actionable intelligence to optimize operations. Powered by LocusONE, an AI-driven platform, our advanced autonomous mobile robots seamlessly integrate into existing warehouse environments to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and scale operations with ease.

Trusted by over 150 industry leading retail, healthcare, 3PL, and industrial brands in over 350 sites worldwide, Locus enables warehouse operators to achieve rapid ROI, minimize labor costs, and continuously improve productivity. Our industry-first Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model ensures ongoing innovation, scalability, and cost-effectiveness without the burden of significant capital investments. With proven capabilities in diverse workflows—from picking and replenishment to sorting and pack-out—Locus Robotics empowers businesses to meet peak demands and adapt to ever-changing operational needs.

The Test Engineer will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and optimizing test strategies for our production of robotic systems. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll ensure the quality and reliability of our products through rigorous testing methodologies and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.

This position requires a blend of electrical engineering knowledge, programming skills, and hands-on problem-solving expertise to design comprehensive test solutions that maintain our high standards of quality while optimizing production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and methods for robotic subsystems and complete systems verification and validation.
• Design, build, and deploy test modules and fixtures for manufacturing of robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to establish test requirements and coverage throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyze test data and metrics to improve manufacturing speed, yield, and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis for production and field failures.
• Support production through escalations and continuous monitoring of test systems.
• Document test procedures, specifications, and results to ensure consistency and traceability.
• Participate in new product introductions and develop test solutions to enable new technologies.
• Work with contract manufacturing partners to ensure seamless deployment of test solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in test engineering for complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience designing and testing multiple subsystems (software, electrical systems, mechanical systems, control systems).
• Proficiency with test/debug methodologies and manufacturing test setup & operations.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
• Knowledge of data storage architecture.
• Experience in volume manufacturing environments.
• Background in product lifecycle management.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Locus Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

APPLY NOW

Apply Today!

Are you authorized to work in the United States? Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

Share this Job

Other Jobs at Locus Robotics

Data Engineer London, England Production Planner Wilmington, MA /* Target the container and label elements directly */

Privacy Preference Center

Your Privacy

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Performance Cookies

Functional Cookies

Targeting Cookies

Your Privacy

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device and is mostly used to make the site work as you expect it to. The information does not usually directly identify you, but it can give you a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change our default settings. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.
More information

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Performance Cookies

Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.

Functional Cookies

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Targeting Cookies

Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Back Vendor Search Consent Leg.Interest checkbox label label checkbox label label checkbox label label checkbox label label

Locus Robotics Cookie Notice

By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. PLEASE NOTE: Some features on this site will not function as expected without cookie authorization.