Senior Hardware Test Engineer - Robotics Verification

Apptronik; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apptronik, based in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Hardware Test Engineer. You will lead verification processes for Apollo, our humanoid robot, focusing on complex challenges in safety and performance.

Your role involves creating comprehensive test plans, designing test fixtures, and directing rigorous hands-on testing. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in hardware testing within robotics or similar fields, with strong skills in Python, CAD, and lab equipment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in hardware design verification testing.
• Proven track record in hardware-heavy industries requiring complex systems integration.
• Deep practical experience verifying the performance of BLDC motors and complex drivetrains.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rigorous design verification of Apollo, our next-generation humanoid robot.
• Design, build, and commission custom electromechanical test fixtures.
• Directly push hardware to its absolute limits during rigorous testing.

Skills

Hardware design verification testing

Mechatronic testing

Test equipment mastery

Scripting & CAD proficiency

Requirements traceability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Thermal chambers

Vibration tables

DAQ platforms like National Instruments/LabVIEW

SolidWorks

Job description

Apptronik, based in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Hardware Test Engineer. You will lead verification processes for Apollo, our humanoid robot, focusing on complex challenges in safety and performance.

Your role involves creating comprehensive test plans, designing test fixtures, and directing rigorous hands-on testing. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in hardware testing within robotics or similar fields, with strong skills in Python, CAD, and lab equipment.