Senior Hardware Test Automation Engineer - Onsite

EPAM Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn learning

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Legal plan

Identity theft protection

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Austin invites a Senior Hardware Test Automation Engineer to oversee deployment and operation of advanced hardware test fixtures for consumer electronics used globally. You will run daily test protocols, troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical components, and ensure precise test results across distributed teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with robotics-enabled fixtures, automation scripting, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Proficiency in Python programming with strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hardware faults including electrical and mechanical test fixture modifications
• Experience deploying and commissioning physical test fixtures with robotics or motion control systems
• Hands-on experience deploying automated test fixtures including mechanical assembly and setup
• Familiarity with configuration management systems like Ansible or Puppet
• Experience with shell scripting, networking protocols, and managing macOS systems
• Self-sufficient problem-solving abilities with strong analytical and debugging skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with distributed teams

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure hardware test fixtures following automation engineering specs including mechanical setup
• Diagnose and repair hardware faults to restore test areas and equipment quickly
• Set up and commission physical test fixtures incorporating robotics or motion control systems
• Run daily test protocols while monitoring system performance and test accuracy
• Debug and troubleshoot failures in electrical and mechanical components using systematic approaches
• Perform device deployment, restoration and configuration management for test equipment
• Maintain lab operations and resolve open actions promptly
• Collaborate with cross-location engineering teams to run experiments and validate results

Skills

Python programming

Debugging

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Software Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Shell scripting

Networking protocols

macOS management

Job description

Join our Austin lab team to operate and maintain sophisticated test fixtures for a world-renowned technology company. As a Senior Hardware Test Automation Engineer, you'll deploy hardware test systems, execute daily testing protocols, and troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical components while working with cutting-edge consumer electronics used by billions globally.

At EPAM, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and shape the future of digital innovation. With access to continuous learning, mentorship, and global projects, your expertise will drive meaningful change.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure hardware test fixtures following automation engineering specifications including mechanical setup
• Diagnose and repair hardware faults (including electrical failures and mechanical adjustments to test fixtures) to restore test areas and equipment to operation quickly and independently
• Set up and commission physical test fixtures incorporating robotics or other motion control systems, ensuring proper integration, calibration, and functionality
• Execute daily test protocols while monitoring system performance and ensuring test accuracy
• Debug and troubleshoot failures in electrical and mechanical components using systematic problem-solving approaches
• Perform device deployment, restoration, and configuration management for test equipment
• Maintain lab operations including timely resolution of open actions and general facility upkeep
• Collaborate with cross-location engineering teams to run experiments and validate test results

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Proficiency in Python programming with strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities
• Experience with diagnosing and repairing hardware faults, including electrical failures of key components and mechanical modifications to test fixtures
• Experience with deploying and commissioning physical test fixtures that incorporate robotics or other motion control systems, including integration, calibration, and functional verification
• Hands-on experience deploying automated test fixtures including mechanical assembly and setup
• Familiarity with infrastructure management systems like Ansible or Puppet for configuration control
• Experience with shell scripting, networking protocols, and managing macOS systems
• Self-sufficient problem-solving abilities with excellent analytical and debugging skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with distributed teams

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.