Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.
JOB SUMMARY
Tinkerers, Makers, Mechanics - we are looking for a Test Engineer to join our Advanced Technologies Group to build and test cutting-edge robotics hardware. In this role, you will work on a multidisciplinary team to rapidly iterate and evaluate the next generation of humanoid robotics technologies. Custom electronics, complex mechanisms, precision sensors, and advanced prototyping equipment to create the building blocks for the next generation of Apptronik robots on a fast-paced team focused on rapid iteration.
Responsibilities:
- Empower our design engineers to move quickly with data-backed decisions
- Specify and assemble test equipment and infrastructure to collect test data required to meet project objectives
- Set up and conduct testing of robotics hardware
- Work with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software engineers to create test plans, conduct development testing, and generate test reports
- Perform electro-mechanical assembly of research prototype components, systems, and test fixtures
- Set up and build test data collection hardware and software
- Observe, document, and report issues and failure modes
- Work with hardware development engineers to make modifications and fabricate fixes and improvements
- Utilize hand tools (electrical: soldering iron, crimpers, etc.; mechanical: t-handles, allen keys, torque wrenches, arbor press, etc.) to assemble and install electro-mechanical components, including robotic (sub) assemblies, actuators, cable harnesses with connectors, PCBAs, and sensors
- Operate 3D printers and other fabrication equipment
Skills and Requirements:
- Experience building and using data logging equipment and systems (National Instruments, Linux, etc)
- Experience with scripting languages (Python, etc)
- Proficient in data visualization and test reporting/documentation
- Intermediate CAD Proficiency (Solidworks, Creo, or equivalent)
- Electrical Assembly/Soldering (PCB rework/repair)
- Mechanical Assembly/Fabrication (hand tools, machine shop equipment, etc)
- 3D Printing (FDM, SLS, SLA)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Electromechanical component and system design experience
- Experience in Robotics control and communications protocols (ROS, EtherCAT, CAN, etc)
- Experience with Machining/CNC
- Strong CAD proficiency in Onshape
- Good understanding of GD&T
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Associates or Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field
- At least 2 years of experience in a laboratory/workshop environment assembling mechanical and electrical hardware
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Fine manual dexterity for miniature component assembly and installation
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, utilize microscopes and magnifiers to work on miniature mechanisms and electronics
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Hearing and speech to communicate
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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