Test Engineer

VisionNav Robotics; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VisionNav Robotics seeks an Entry-Level Robotics Test Engineer in Detroit, MI for on-site stability and functional testing of AGVs. You will support post-delivery testing, troubleshoot on-site issues, and analyze field logs using MATLAB to drive improvements.

The role requires a hands-on, collaborative approach and a willingness to travel between project sites as needed, with bilingual English/Mandarin proficiency considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on or project experience in robotics-related field.
• Basic coding skills in one or more programming languages (C++ and Python strongly preferred).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in hands-on environment.
• Basic MATLAB knowledge or experience.
• Ability to travel to client project locations as needed.
• Willingness to work at alternative sites during training periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct stability and functional testing on AGVs and related components before delivery to ensure reliable performance.
• Support application testing after delivery based on customer site conditions and operational needs.
• Identify, report, and track technical issues found during testing and field deployment; collaborate on troubleshooting and resolution.
• Collect AGV diagnostic logs from on-site operations and perform data analysis using MATLAB to identify root causes and improve performance.
• Adjust inverter driver parameters and optimize testing methods based on feedback.
• Document findings to support continuous quality improvement of product reliability.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues and coordinate with researchers to enhance testing methods and standards.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB

Cross-functional collaboration

Bilingual English/Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics or related field

Tools

CAD/SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Entry-Level Robotics Test Engineer

Location: Detroit, MI

Employment Type: Full-time (on-site)

About the job

We are seeking a proactive and responsible Entry-Level Robotics Test Engineer to join our team in Detroit. This role is primarily responsible for pre-delivery stability and functional testing, post-delivery application testing based on customer site conditions, on-site troubleshooting, and data analysis related to field performance. The engineer will help ensure AGVs can be successfully deployed and operate reliably in real-world environments, while also using tools such as MATLAB to analyze field data and issue logs to support troubleshooting and performance improvement. This position works closely with researchers and engineers in the Atlanta lab and requires a hands-on, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above, in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on or project experience in robotics related field.
• Basic coding skills in one or more programming languages (C++ and Python are strongly preferred).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Responsible, and willing to learn, with a strong ability to handle new technical concepts quickly and contribute in a hands-on, collaborative environment.
• Basic MATLAB knowledge or experience (development, troubleshooting or analysis).
• Ability to travel to or commute between client’s project locations as needed
• Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SolidWorks or CAD

Headquarters in Atlanta, VisionNav Robotics is a global leader in autonomous industrial vehicles (AMRs/AGVs) and logistics automation solutions. By combining deep learning, environmental perception, and servo control technologies, VisionNav has built nine product series that support a wide range of material handling applications. With over 750 projects delivered in more than 30 countries, VisionNav is trusted by numerous Fortune 500 companies across automotive, food and beverage, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and 3PL. At VisionNav, we are committed to helping customers build safer, smarter, and more efficient operations through advanced automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct stability and functional testing on AGVs and related components before delivery to ensure reliable performance.
• Support application testing after delivery based on customer site conditions and operational needs.
• Identify, report, and track technical issues found during testing and field deployment, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on troubleshooting and resolution.
• Responsible for collecting AGVs diagnostic logs from on-site operations and performing data analysis using MATLAB to identify root causes, support troubleshooting, and improve system performance.
• Adjust inverter driver parameters and optimize testing methods and standards based on test objectives and field feedback.
• Contribute to closed-loop quality improvement by documenting findings and helping improve product performance and reliability over time.
• Troubleshoot on-site technical issues, track test results and field problems, and work closely with researchers and engineers to improve testing methods, quality standards, and overall product reliability.