Robotics Actuator Test & Validation Engineer

1X; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 142,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

1X in San Carlos, CA, is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer to own the testing and validation of electric motors for their robotics platform. This position plays a critical role in ensuring actuator systems meet efficiency and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of hands-on experience in testing electromechanical systems. The role offers a competitive salary between $95,000 - $142,600 plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience testing electromechanical systems, actuators, motors, or power electronics.
• Strong hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and hardware debugging.
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the characterization, testing, and validation of electric motors.
• Deliver accurate and repeatable performance characterization.
• Support product releases through comprehensive validation and testing.

Skills

Testing electromechanical systems

Hands-on engineering skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Ownership mentality

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Robotics

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Motor dynamometers

Test automation software

Job description

1X in San Carlos, CA, is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer to own the testing and validation of electric motors for their robotics platform. This position plays a critical role in ensuring actuator systems meet efficiency and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of hands-on experience in testing electromechanical systems. The role offers a competitive salary between $95,000 - $142,600 plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment.