Mechatronics Engineer — Test Automation & Fixtures (Paris)

United States Digital Space LLC; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmattan AI in Paris is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to design and develop hardware and software powering automated testing and inspection platforms. You will work in R&D to create robust, scalable automation tools supporting product development and manufacturing operations.

The role focuses on mechanical development for test automation while collaborating on sensor integration, electronics, and software interfaces.

Qualifications

• MSc in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
• Excellent CAD skills with experience in rapid prototyping and robust solution implementation (SolidWorks, Catia or similar).
• Experience working with external vendors and machine shops for part fabrication and test equipment selection.
• Comfortable performing soldering, wiring, and small-scale electrical circuit work for test system integration.
• Experience working with electronic assemblies (PCBAs); familiarity with pogo-pin / bed-of-nails fixturing is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of RF housing design and specifications is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design practical, robust engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Test Fixture Development – Design, prototype, and maintain mechanical test fixtures, jigs, and tooling built for reliability, reproducibility, and repeatable operator use.
• Mechanical Integration – Design the physical integration of sensors, actuators, cameras, and other instruments into test stations, in collaboration with the Automation Software Engineers who own the control and software layer.
• ATE Integration — Specify and integrate custom solutions from external vendors for testing equipment/instrumentation (RF housings, GNSS, optical systems…).
• Cross-Team Collaboration – Work closely with product development, manufacturing, and the Infrastructure & Deployment engineer to deliver robust, maintainable, and scalable automation solutions for the factory and field.

Skills

CAD skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Soldering

Wiring

PCBAs

RF housing

Education

MSc in Mechanical/Mechatronics or related engineering field

Tools

SolidWorks

Catia

3D printing

Job description

Harmattan AI in Paris is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to design and develop hardware and software powering automated testing and inspection platforms. You will work in R&D to create robust, scalable automation tools supporting product development and manufacturing operations.

The role focuses on mechanical development for test automation while collaborating on sensor integration, electronics, and software interfaces.