Staff Vehicle Test Engineer

Join ALSO as a Staff Vehicle Test Engineer!At ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, originally founded as part of Rivian. Our dedicated team of builders, dreamers, and innovators is committed to designing innovative small electric vehicles (EVs) that tackle today’s and tomorrow’s mobility challenges. Our goal is to encourage everyone to choose ALSO, replacing conventional vehicles with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient options—10 to 50 times more efficient!As a Staff Vehicle Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the reliability and durability testing of our vehicles.Your Responsibilities:Establish and implement vehicle durability and environmental test targets, collaborating with engineering teams across various systems.Assist in test planning and execution for fleet validation activities, focusing on edge case extraction, localized product testing, and data collection.Define and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to enhance product usage metrics.Support vehicle integration and the setup, configuration, and operation of measurement equipment.Conduct vehicle-level testing for software features, assessing performance, functionality, and stability.Ensure traceability and assist with defect management and prioritization.Aid in the planning and execution of vehicle tests to meet homologation requirements.Your Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.Five or more years of experience in systems test engineering, vehicle testing, or durability testing.Proficiency in instrumentation and data collection techniques (e.g., accelerometers, strain gauges, data logging).Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies.Experience with vibration, shock, thermal cycling, and environmental testing.Familiarity with homologation and durability testing processes.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two major automotive innovators focused on advancing mobility. The partnership works on a range of technology solutions, including operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity. The goal is to address the unique challenges of electric vehicles and set new standards for software-defined vehicles worldwide. With expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security, the team aims to create smarter, more connected, and sustainable mobility solutions. Role overview The Vehicle Data Services team seeks a Lead Staff Software Engineer to help drive the Cloud Data Platform. This position centers on building scalable and reliable Data Services that move data between backend systems and vehicles. The work involves supporting high-throughput telemetry, managing both streaming and batch data, maintaining a data model registry, and coordinating fleet-wide push updates. What you will do Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, low-latency distributed systems for vehicle data services Support telemetry systems that handle streaming and batch data Oversee the data model registry and manage fleet push updates Shape the interaction between Cloud and Mobile services with vehicles and other cloud systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges Contribute to the architecture and software for next-generation Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) Requirements Experience designing and developing distributed systems Ability to work on high-throughput data platforms and telemetry systems Strong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams Background in supporting cloud and mobile service integration with vehicles

Join the Team at ALSOAt ALSO, an innovative electric mobility company that emerged from Rivian, we are a dynamic group of creators, innovators, and problem solvers. Our focus is on designing groundbreaking electric vehicles (EVs) that are not only affordable and enjoyable to ride but also significantly more efficient than conventional vehicles—helping to tackle the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow.We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer, Vehicle Architecture to spearhead the development of advanced electronic systems for our micromobility platforms.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesLead the electrical architecture design for our micromobility platforms, focusing on power distribution, energy storage, computing, sensors, lighting, safety systems, and connectivity modules.Create and define vehicle block diagrams, interfaces, and design standards that promote modularity and facilitate reuse across different vehicle lines.Analyze performance, cost, reliability, and regulatory compliance trade-offs to optimize system design.Provide strategic technical direction to systems, electrical, firmware, and cable harness engineering teams.Champion design for manufacturability, reliability, serviceability, and safety from initial concept through to production.Conduct design reviews and ensure adherence to architectural standards throughout the product lifecycle.Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing engineers to seamlessly integrate electrical systems into our vehicle platforms.Engage with suppliers and technology partners to assess and qualify new components and subsystems.Work closely with product management to align architectural strategies with business objectives and market trends.Stay abreast of emerging technologies in batteries, connectivity, sensors, and multimedia systems to inform our future product roadmaps.Benchmark competitor products and drive ongoing enhancements in efficiency, safety, and overall user experience.Provide regular updates on program status during team meetings and to leadership.

About ALSO.At ALSO, we are revolutionizing electric mobility. Founded as an innovative offshoot of Rivian, our dedicated team of builders, visionaries, and innovators is committed to designing cutting-edge, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire communities to embrace ALSO, transforming local transportation by replacing conventional cars, trucks, and SUVs with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly efficient options—10 to 50 times more efficient, to be precise.We are on the lookout for a Senior Staff Vehicle Controls Engineer who will take charge of the design and development of our world-class vehicle control systems. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and modeling to validation and deployment. You will bring strong technical leadership in control architecture, estimation, and algorithm development, influencing the next generation of vehicle control systems in a dynamic and collaborative setting. Your work will span software, firmware, electrical, and vehicle domains to tackle complex engineering challenges.Your ResponsibilitiesDefine and spearhead the architecture and development of vehicle control systems, including motion management, stability control, and related functions.Take ownership of system-level control strategies and interface definitions across control, firmware, electrical, and vehicle domains.Develop and guide control algorithms and state estimators for vehicle control applications.Establish handling metrics, define objective maneuvers, and create performance evaluation methodologies.Construct and maintain high-fidelity simulation models to validate estimators, observers, and control solutions.Lead the development of state estimation and sensor fusion techniques that support vehicle controls (e.g., IMU, GPS, WSS integration).Craft control architectures for distributed or multi-controller systems and ensure scalability across various programs.Proactively identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.Drive system-level integration and troubleshoot issues across software, firmware, and vehicle domains.Offer technical leadership and mentorship to the controls team, evaluating architecture and algorithm designs.Promote continuous improvement of control development workflows, tools, and automation processes.

About ALSOAt ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, originally established as a part of Rivian. Our dedicated team is made up of builders, dreamers, and innovators who are committed to developing unique and integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address the mobility challenges of both today and the future. Our goal is to encourage everyone to choose ALSO, replacing numerous local car, truck, and SUV journeys with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient alternatives—10 to 50 times more efficient.We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Engineer to spearhead the development and maintenance of high-fidelity vehicle models that focus on ride quality, handling, braking, steering, and stability analysis.

About ALSO.At ALSO, we are revolutionizing electric mobility. Founded as a part of Rivian, we are a dedicated team of innovators committed to designing groundbreaking, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) aimed at addressing current and future global mobility challenges. Our mission is to inspire a new way to ride—transforming countless local car, truck, and SUV miles into more affordable, enjoyable, and 10-50 times more efficient journeys.We are seeking a skilled Battery Test Engineer to lead the development and testing of the next generation of batteries for light electric vehicles. This critical role will involve building, testing, and diagnosing battery failures, while also developing and executing comprehensive test plans, performing hands-on testing, and providing design recommendations focused on battery safety. Ideal candidates will combine technical expertise in testing with strong data analysis and documentation skills.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and conduct tests on prototype battery packs for light electric vehicles as part of an agile, collaborative team.Evaluate and enhance battery safety, emphasizing passive propagation resistance.Partner with design, systems, and reliability engineers to create test plans, ensuring thorough execution, analysis, and reporting to key stakeholders.Perform thermal and electrical performance verification, as well as reliability, durability, and safety testing (including thermal runaway), while meticulously documenting all procedures and results.Set up and manage testing equipment, including DAQs and various sensors, to monitor and collect data across multiple test conditions.Coordinate with third-party vendors, contract manufacturers, and testing facilities.Analyze test results and prepare coherent technical summaries detailing methodologies, observations, and conclusions.Assist in maintaining and calibrating testing equipment while aiding in the development of new testing fixtures and setups.Occasional travel to visit testing vendors (up to 15% of the time).QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.Proficient understanding of lithium-ion battery construction methods, failure modes, charging mechanisms, and battery management systems.

Join the Future of Mobility with ALSO.At ALSO, we are a pioneering electric mobility company that emerged from Rivian, driven by a mission to redefine urban transportation. Our enthusiastic team is dedicated to designing innovative, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address today's and tomorrow's mobility challenges. We aspire to create a world where our vehicles replace countless local car, truck, and SUV miles, offering a more enjoyable, affordable, and up to 50 times more efficient means of transportation.As a Senior Staff Vehicle CAD Lead, Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our next-generation vehicle platforms. This position offers the unique opportunity to significantly influence the design and development of our innovative two to four-wheeled vehicles.Your Key Responsibilities:Oversee the complete development of high-level CAD assemblies using CATIA, facilitating design iterations and release activities across the team.Take ownership of top-level vehicle CAD, defining mechanical and electrical interfaces, maintaining master sections, reference views, and conducting kinematic sweeps for steering and suspension components.Lead cross-functional packaging workstreams, focusing on subsystem control volume development, mass optimization, packaging, manufacturability, and serviceability.Manage interference detection and resolution activities, conducting regular manual and automated checks, and collaborating with subsystem engineering teams to address issues.Conduct vehicle-level assembly simulations to identify clearance, assembly flight path, tool access, and serviceability challenges.Drive PLM Integration Activities: Oversee the CAD data lifecycle and audit subsystem lifecycle statuses. Create and manage the top-level vehicle Bill of Materials (BOM) within PLM tools.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies combine their expertise to advance electric vehicle technology. Their joint team focuses on developing operating systems and cloud solutions that support software-defined vehicles. This collaboration aims to deliver smarter, more connected, and secure vehicles, supporting a sustainable future. Role overview The Staff Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Engineer leads efforts to refine and integrate advanced design and manufacturing practices. This role centers on optimizing in-house control units, with an emphasis on maintaining high standards for both quality and efficiency. What you will do Guide the development of advanced design and manufacturing methods Integrate new processes to improve in-house control unit production Focus on achieving strong quality and efficiency benchmarks Requirements Experience with design for manufacturing principles Background in optimizing production for quality and efficiency Ability to work on in-house control unit projects

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies have partnered to advance electric vehicle technology. This collaboration focuses on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud-based services, and vehicle connectivity. Both companies share a commitment to setting new standards for software-defined vehicles, aiming to deliver smarter and more sustainable transportation. By combining expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, the partnership is working to create more connected and intelligent vehicles. The goal is to open up new possibilities for the automotive industry worldwide. Role overview The System Integration Engineer, Vehicle Systems, plays a central part in the vehicle development process. This role is responsible for integrating and validating software systems throughout all stages, from early prototypes to final customer delivery. Work covers the entire software stack, including both low-level drivers and user-facing applications. Key responsibilities involve bridging the transition from early mule builds to production vehicles, supporting smooth feature integration, and ensuring overall system reliability. The engineer must understand vehicle software architecture and make real-time prioritization decisions to keep development moving forward, strengthen testing, and reduce program risks. What you will do Integrate and validate software systems across all phases of vehicle development Support seamless feature integration from prototype to production Ensure system reliability and address issues that could impact the entire vehicle Prioritize tasks in real time to improve testing and minimize risks Requirements Strong problem-solving skills Ability to tackle unfamiliar technical challenges Experience connecting component-level issues to system-wide impacts Comprehensive understanding of vehicle software architecture Location Palo Alto, California

Join the Revolution at ALSO.At ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, initially established as a part of Rivian. Our dynamic team is made up of builders, dreamers, and innovators dedicated to crafting revolutionary vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that tackle the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to encourage everyone to switch to ALSO, transforming local car, truck, and SUV travel into rides on more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient vehicles, boasting efficiency improvements of 10-50 times.We are actively seeking a Vehicle Modeling and Data Analyst Engineer to play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability of our cutting-edge electric mobility vehicles throughout their development lifecycle. As a Physical Systems Modeling & Data Analyst, you will connect theoretical modeling with actual performance. Your responsibilities will include building and enhancing physics-based and data-driven models of vehicle systems such as powertrains, batteries, thermal management, and structural components. You will analyze telemetry and fleet data to guide engineering design choices, testing protocols, and product development.

Join ALTEN Technology USA, a pioneering engineering firm that empowers clients to transform innovative concepts into reality, from advancing space exploration and developing life-saving medical devices to creating autonomous electric vehicles. With a talented team of over 3,000 professionals across North America, we collaborate with industry leaders in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, rail, and beyond.As a member of the global ALTEN Group, which boasts over 57,000 engineers across 30 countries, we cover the full spectrum of product development, from initial consulting to complete project outsourcing.At ALTEN Technology USA, you will tackle some of the most complex engineering challenges on the planet, backed by strong mentorship, abundant career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. We're committed to nurturing a workplace culture where every employee feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.We are looking for a Lead Software Test Infrastructure Engineer to enhance our team and facilitate the validation of automotive firmware and applications. In this role, you will design, develop, maintain, and scale automated testing frameworks and tools that streamline software testing processes. Additionally, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and steer the strategic vision for test infrastructure, CI/CD integration, and simulations. Your deep knowledge of embedded systems and the automotive industry will be crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software solutions.

Role ObjectiveJoin our dynamic team at tsmg as a Manufacturing Test Engineer, where you will collaborate closely with contract manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers to create comprehensive test plans. Your expertise will be essential in designing and maintaining test equipment, executing both manual and automated tests, resolving manufacturing test issues, and facilitating the successful bring-up of test lines.

Pivotal stands at the forefront of the evolving electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft market. We specialize in the design, development, and production of lightweight eVTOL aircraft, with our flagship model, BlackFly, being the first light eVTOL to successfully conduct manned missions and enter the consumer sector.Our aircraft are engineered to be efficient, compact, and user-friendly, catering to a diverse array of applications including consumer use, public services, and defense. Our innovative tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been operational for over a decade. Recently, we unveiled our next-generation model, the Helix, which is on track for general release and scalable production by early 2026.As mobility remains a high-priority area for modern technological investments, this is an opportune moment to join a company poised for success in the right market with a sound strategy. If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey, we encourage you to become part of our exceptional team and grow alongside us.

About ridealso.At ridealso, we are pioneers in electric mobility, initially launched under Rivian. Our dynamic team is comprised of visionaries, creators, and innovators dedicated to revolutionizing the future of transportation with our cutting-edge, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs). We aim to tackle today’s and tomorrow’s mobility challenges by inspiring individuals to choose ridealso—making transportation more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient, with energy savings of 10-50 times.As a Controls Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in defining and executing comprehensive testing strategies across software, hardware, and simulation environments, including Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and vehicle testing. Your role will involve developing automation frameworks, validating embedded systems and propulsion control modules, performing defect investigations, and conducting root-cause analyses to ensure the highest quality standards.

About 1X1X is a pioneering AI and robotics company located in Palo Alto, California. Our mission is to create an abundant society through the development of general-purpose robots capable of autonomously performing a wide array of tasks.We believe that true understanding and intelligence growth in humanoid robots can only be achieved by allowing them to coexist and learn alongside humans. Therefore, our focus is on designing friendly home robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life.We seek curious, driven, and passionate individuals eager to contribute to shaping the future of robotics and AI. If our mission resonates with you, we would love to hear from you and explore how you can be part of our exciting journey.Role OverviewAs a Robotics Test Engineer at 1X, you will engage in a multifaceted, hands-on role. This position is not limited to isolated testing; you will operate at the intersection of hardware, firmware, and software. Your primary objective will be to ensure that our robots are robust, reliable, and prepared for real-world applications by supporting the entire product lifecycle—from early research and development characterization through to final production validation. You’ll be expected to contribute across a wide range of technical areas and engage in cross-disciplinary debugging.

About ALSO.At ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, having evolved from our origins with Rivian. Our dynamic team comprises builders, visionaries, and innovators dedicated to developing groundbreaking vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address the pressing mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our goal is to inspire people to choose ALSO, effectively reducing local car, truck, and SUV usage with vehicles that are not only more affordable but also offer a significantly enhanced and efficient experience—10 to 50 times more efficient, to be precise.As the Firmware Integration Lead for our cutting-edge autonomous vehicle initiative, you will take charge of firmware integration for our commercial delivery partnership program. This pivotal role requires you to oversee vehicle-level firmware integration, as well as define and establish a novel, high-performance Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) architecture tailored to our unique EV platform. You will collaborate closely with firmware engineers across various platform teams to ensure alignment in module development, integration, validation, and timely releases necessary for vehicle production and launch.As the lead for firmware integration across a diverse array of electronic control units (ECUs) and compute domains, you will guide technical decisions at the vehicle level, ensuring seamless collaboration of pod-level firmware efforts within the overall system. This is a hands-on technical leadership position ideal for someone who excels in architecture, debugging, strategic planning, and cross-functional execution.Your ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for vehicle-level firmware integration within the autonomous vehicle program.Lead the definition, development, and maturation of a new high-compute VCU architecture distinct from existing vehicle platforms.Collaborate closely with firmware engineers in platform pods to harmonize development priorities, integration objectives, and delivery timelines.Drive integration planning for sprints and milestones, focusing on feature readiness, merge strategies, release coordination, and stakeholder communication.Manage end-to-end system integration across distributed ECUs, ensuring proper interface definitions, handshaking, startup sequencing, power management, diagnostics, and fault handling.Contribute directly to firmware and interface development as needed, particularly in areas that facilitate system integration and vehicle readiness.Engage cross-functionally with Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Test, Validation, Autonomy, and Program teams to define interfaces, troubleshoot issues, and rapidly address gaps.

At PsiQuantum, we are committed to revolutionizing the future of computing by creating the first practical quantum computers. Our focus since 2016 has been on developing and deploying million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems that will unlock new frontiers in technology.Quantum computing harnesses the principles of quantum mechanics to tackle challenges that are beyond the capabilities of even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems, impacting various sectors including energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, and materials.Our innovative architecture is rooted in silicon photonics, allowing us to leverage the cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing industry with partners like GlobalFoundries. This enables us to utilize high-volume production processes already in place for telecom and consumer electronics, with photonics offering significant advantages such as thermal immunity and integration with existing fiber-optic infrastructure.In 2024, PsiQuantum announced several government-funded initiatives to establish our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These projects highlight the increasing acknowledgment of quantum computing as a pivotal technology for the future.Beyond hardware, PsiQuantum is actively developing the necessary algorithms and software to ensure our systems deliver real-world value. We collaborate closely with renowned Fortune 500 companies like Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemical to prepare quantum solutions for tangible applications.Quantum computing is not merely an extension of classical computing; it signifies a transformative leap that provides solutions to problems currently unsolvable by any other means. The potential for innovation is immense, and we are on a clear path to realizing this vision.Join us on this exciting journey to shape the future of technology.

About ALSO.At ALSO, we are pioneers in electric mobility, initially developed as a part of Rivian. Our dynamic team comprises builders, dreamers, and innovators dedicated to designing groundbreaking vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address today's and tomorrow's mobility challenges. Our goal is to inspire communities to choose ALSO, substituting traditional car, truck, and SUV miles with more affordable, enjoyable, and significantly more efficient transportation options.We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Test Engineer, Manufacturing to join our team in advancing electronic systems across various micromobility platforms.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the EE Design and Manufacturing teams to create and implement effective EE module test procedures, equipment, and data collection strategies to ensure successful new product launches.Convert electrical design specifications into actionable test strategies and comprehensive test coverage plans.Design, develop, and validate both automated and manual testing systems for PCBAs, modules, and final products.Engage with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and internal teams to standardize test requirements.Assist in the creation of test fixtures, jigs, and interfaces for consistent and accurate measurements, and select essential components for diverse testing setups.Provide direct support for production test lines, troubleshooting failures, and conducting root cause analysis.Foster continuous improvements in test yields, cycle times, and cost effectiveness.Create detailed test procedures, work instructions, and training materials for operators.Collaborate with design engineers to enhance testability in the early stages of product development.Utilize data collection and statistical analysis to assess process capabilities and product reliability.Assist in failure analysis and corrective actions for returned or malfunctioning products.Serve as the primary liaison between the electrical design engineering team and contract manufacturers.Deliver status updates during program meetings and to leadership teams.

About ALSO.At ALSO, we are revolutionizing the future of electric mobility. Initially a part of Rivian, our dedicated team of innovators is focused on designing cutting-edge, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that tackle today's global mobility challenges. Our vision is to inspire a shift towards more affordable, enjoyable, and 10-50 times more efficient transportation solutions.As an Embedded Validation & Tools Engineer specializing in OTA, you will play a key role in ensuring the operational readiness and reliability of firmware and software updates across our fleet of embedded devices. Your responsibilities will include designing and executing validation test programs that guarantee OTA updates are secure, robust, and reliable in real-world scenarios, including handling network interruptions, power failures, device restarts, and critical edge cases. You will collaborate closely with Firmware, Release, QA, and Cloud teams to ensure seamless communication from release to fleet health.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute comprehensive OTA validation plans across various device families and release types (full OS images, firmware updates, bootloader updates, A/B updates, and delta/patch updates).Build, manage, and scale automated test environments (including hardware-in-the-loop, virtual devices, and emulators) to conduct regression, integration, and stress tests for OTA processes.Automate end-to-end OTA pipelines (from build artifact signing and staging to rollout and post-update verification) using Python, shell scripting, and CI tools.Validate update mechanisms and components: bootloader, update agent, package formats, rollbacks, A/B partitions, and recovery modes.Test update resilience under challenging conditions, including intermittent networks (cellular/Wi-Fi), high latency, power interruptions, low battery scenarios, storage limitations, and corrupted images.Ensure security compliance through the validation of signing/verification processes, secure transport (TLS), secure boot, key management, and assessment of vulnerabilities introduced by update components.Define and track metrics and KPIs (success rate, rollback rate, mean time to recover, time-to-update); instrument devices and cloud backends to measure rollout health, and generate release readiness reports.Conduct root cause analysis on update failures, reproduce field issues, and facilitate remediation with firmware and backend engineering teams.

About 1X1X is a pioneering AI and robotics firm located in Palo Alto, California, dedicated to creating a future where general-purpose robots can operate autonomously across a variety of tasks, thereby contributing to a more abundant society.Our vision is rooted in the belief that humanoid robots must coexist and learn alongside humans to truly comprehend and adapt to the world. We are committed to developing user-friendly home robots that blend effortlessly into daily life.We seek innovative, passionate individuals eager to influence the trajectory of robotics and AI. If you share our enthusiasm for this mission, we invite you to connect with us and discuss how you can be a part of our transformative journey.Role OverviewWe are in search of a Test & Validation Engineer who will take charge of characterizing, testing, and validating electric motors and robotic actuators. In this pivotal role, you will design and manage test setups, generate high-quality data, and collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and controls engineers to ensure optimal actuator performance, reliability, and robustness.Your contributions will be essential in transforming prototypes into validated systems by establishing repeatable tests, identifying edge cases, and offering constructive feedback to design teams. This position operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and data, and includes collaboration with other test engineers across various teams and on a robot system level.ResponsibilitiesDesign, operate, and maintain advanced test setups for motors and actuators, including dynamometers and bespoke test rigs.Develop and implement comprehensive test plans focusing on performance, efficiency, thermal characteristics, and durability.Characterize motors and actuators over varied operational envelopes.Automate testing processes and data collection whenever feasible.Analyze test results and communicate insights effectively to engineering teams.Assist in hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.Work in tandem with control and firmware engineers to validate control performance.Participate in regression testing for hardware and firmware modifications.Document testing protocols, findings, and lessons learned.