Senior Tester

Role: Senior Tester (Mechatronics & Robotics) Location: Sunnyvale, CA Onsite. Duration: Contract Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Tester with strong expertise in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Electromechanical Systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mechanical design, prototype development, hardware integration, testing, and troubleshooting of robotic and automation systems. The candidate should be comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams and possess a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems. This role requires a practical, hands-on approach to building, testing, and validating robotic solutions from concept through deployment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and test electromechanical and robotic systems. Create and maintain engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical documentation. Perform prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, validation, and troubleshooting activities. Work with motors, actuators, sensors, gear trains, and structural components to optimize system performance. Integrate sensors and communication systems into robotic platforms. Collaborate with electrical, embedded software, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure successful system integration. Support schematic review, PCB interaction, power distribution validation, and firmware interface testing. Execute system-level testing, identify defects, perform root cause analysis, and drive issue resolution. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the development and testing lifecycle. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing methodologies, documentation, and product quality. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electronics, or a related field. 5-6 years of experience in Mechatronics, Robotics, or Automation System Design and Testing. Experience with robotic platforms, subsystems, mobile robots, industrial robots, or custom robotic systems. Strong understanding of: Mechanical design and 3D CAD tools Electromechanical systems Motors, actuators, sensors, and gear trains Embedded systems and MCU-based designs PCB interaction and power distribution systems Experience in schematic interpretation, hardware integration, and prototyping. Hands-on experience with system assembly, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting. Must-Have Skills Systems Testing Mechatronics Robotics System Integration Mechanical Design and 3D CAD Sensor Integration and Communication Protocols Prototype Development and Validation Embedded Systems and MCU Applications Electromechanical Troubleshooting Engineering Documentation and BOM Management Preferred Skills Experience with industrial automation systems. Familiarity with robotics communication protocols and control systems. Exposure to firmware and software-hardware integration testing. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent collaboration and communication abilities. Skill (Primary) Technical Skills (ERS)-HW Board-Test/Interface/uC Board Design #J-18808-Ljbffr