Hardware Test Engineer - Electrical

Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe-inspiring viral videos on YouTube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. Now we are quickly becoming a recognized leader in automation solutions for industrial applications, logistics and warehouses.

We are seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to be part of our future, as we continue to lead the world in robotic innovation. The Hardware Test Engineer will be working side-by-side with our design engineers to validate, qualify and help deliver cutting edge robotics designs.

Day to day activities:

• Carry out DVT, reliability testing and compliance testing

• Perform data analysis, root cause issues and suggest design improvements

• Design and build test fixtures

• Be a vocal proponent for quality, both internally and as a representative of our company

• Create and modify scripts to iterate testing procedures

• Create and maintain documentation and data systems for managing test procedures and results.

Desired skills:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and 2+ years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience using schematic capture and PCB layout software

• Hands-on experience designing, building and debugging electro-mechanical test setups

• Experience with PCB rework and cable assembly

• Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, programmable loads, thermal probes

• Experience with NI LabVIEW, python, and command-line operations in a UNIX-like OS

• Experience with communication interfaces, e.g. CAN, Ethernet, SPI, and I2C

• Be able to multitask, and change priorities quickly as needed

• Be able to clearly communicate test results and data

Nice to have:

• Experience with database integrations

• Experience with test automation

• Familiarity with position encoder and force sensor technology

• Familiarity with low-level embedded firmware (C)

• Experience with compliance testing including conducted/radiated emissions and safety

• Experience working with robots and/or robotic systems

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.

Boston Dynamics will never ask you to divulge your personal financial or account information as part of its recruiting process.

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