Mechatronics Engineer

Summary

The Mechatronics Engineer will design, build, and refine electromechanical commissioning and test fixtures that support the full product lifecycle, from early prototyping through production-like builds and transfer to manufacturing partners. This role blends mechanical design, basic electrical integration, and hands-on lab work to create robust, repeatable test methods and technician-ready processes. You will work closely with design, test, and production teams in a fast-paced, startup-style environment to improve reliability, reduce setup time, and minimize user error across automated and industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

+ Design and build commissioning and test fixtures that integrate mechanical and electrical elements to standardize hookups, reduce setup time, and minimize user error.

+ Define and document commissioning workflows, including setup steps, test sequences, acceptance criteria, and troubleshooting guidance.

+ Develop and validate repeatable test methods such as smoke tests, functional checks, and calibration flows, and translate them into processes that run consistently across units.

+ Create and maintain technician-ready documentation, including work instructions, checklists, visual guides, and fixture usage and troubleshooting notes.

+ Support bring-up and early builds by identifying failure modes, recommending design-for-test improvements, and closing the loop with design teams.

+ Prototype fixture concepts quickly, test them with technicians and other real users, and iteratively refine designs and steps until processes are stable and low-touch.

+ Build fixtures or test setups that technicians and operators can run reliably, including providing clear documentation and training support.

+ Perform hands-on design and debugging of electromechanical systems, including basic electrical measurements, connectorization, sensors and actuators, and power-up sequencing.

+ Work in a lab and production-like environment to troubleshoot issues, validate test setups, and improve system reliability.

+ As needed, support the transfer of fixtures and processes to contract manufacturers or remote teams by creating handoff packages, training materials, and acceptance checklists.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the full product lifecycle, contributing to new designs, prototypes, and product development from scratch.

Essential Skills

+ Hands-on ability to design and debug electromechanical systems, including basic electrical measurements, connectorization, sensors and actuators, and power-up sequencing.

+ Experience building fixtures or test setups that are operated by technicians or operators, including the creation of documentation and training materials.

+ Strong practical troubleshooting skills and comfort working in a lab and production-like environment.

+ Ability to ramp up quickly on new systems, work onsite, and deliver clearly scoped outcomes with limited supervision.

+ Mechanical engineering and mechanical design experience, including work with motors and sensor technology.

+ Proficiency with Solid Works or similar CAD tools for mechanical design and fixture development.

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Experience with mechatronics in contexts such as semiconductor equipment, automated equipment, robotics, industrial machinery, or test engineering.

+ Experience in designing and building test fixtures and prototypes for electromechanical or automated systems.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with industrial automation components such as PLCs, motor drives, sensors, and safety circuits.

+ Familiarity with industrial networking in automated or industrial equipment environments.

+ Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) principles, including production scaling considerations.

+ Basic CAD skills and the ability to work effectively with fabrication vendors.

+ Experience collaborating with contract manufacturing partners and creating comprehensive transfer packages.

+ Exposure to startup or fast-paced product development environments where teams own the full product lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through production.

+ Interest in robotics, industrial machinery,…