SJ Robotics Test & Reliability Engineer III

Kawasaki Robotics USA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SJ Robotics is seeking a Test & Reliability Engineer III in San Jose to improve system performance through control tuning, reliability testing, and comprehensive validation of electro‑mechanical robots and controllers. You will design and execute test plans, develop automated test scripts, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 5–10 years of testing and reliability experience, proficiency in Python, C++, Matlab, and the ability to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ME/EE/IE or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5-10 years’ experience in Testing & Reliability engineering.
• Proficient in Python, C++, and Matlab scripting.

Responsibilities

• Enhances robot performance by tuning control systems.
• Generates reliability test plans and executes them.
• Conducts functional and reliability testing on single and multi-link robots and controllers.
• Performs firmware regression testing and works with software engineering to resolve issues.
• Designs, fabricates, validates, qualifies, and sets up test equipment, jigs and fixtures.
• Creates test scripts to automate test conditions.
• Collects test data, performs analysis, and presents findings.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical failures and malfunctions and report findings.
• Investigates product failures, determines root cause, and implements corrective actions.
• Implements 5S methodologies and lean practices in the lab.

Skills

Python

C++

Matlab

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ME, EE, IE or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Serial data loggers

Job description

SJ Robotics Test & Reliability Engineer III

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Summary

Robotics Test & Reliability Engineer is responsible for improving system performance through control tuning, reliability testing and comprehensive validation of electro-mechanical robots and controllers. Design and execute test plans, developing automated test scripts, implementing corrective actions and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Core Role Responsibilities

• Enhances robot performance by tuning control systems
• Generates reliability test plans and executes them
• Conducts functional and reliability testing on single and multi-link robots and controllers
• Performs firmware regression testing, identifies technical issues, and works with software engineering to resolve
• Designs, fabricates, validates, qualifies, and sets up test equipment, jigs and fixtures
• Creates test scripts to automate test conditions
• Collects test data, performs analysis, and presents findings
• Troubleshoot electrical & mechanical failures and malfunctions and reports finding
• Investigates product failures, determines root cause, generates containment, plans & implements corrective actions
• Initiates CIPs and process improvement projects and completes them in alignment with org. vision
• Implements & maintains 5S methodologies and lean practices in the lab
• Design & qualify test fixtures
• Maintain a lean and organized lab environment
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

a. Required

• Bachelor's Degree in ME, EE, IE or Manufacturing Engineering
• 5-10 years’ experience in Testing & Reliability engineering, data acquisition and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems (preferably in semiconductor and robotics)
• Understanding of mechanical systems, general engineering concepts and quality concepts & principles
• Basic skills in scripting and programming in Python, C++ or Matlab
• Proficient with instrumentation and computer tools for data collection (serial data loggers)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Excellent Communication, organization & time management skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 5%