Senior Hardware Test Engineer - Actuation

Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Senior Hardware Test Engineer - Actuation, you will own the validation infrastructure for the robotic actuation systems that power Apptronik’s humanoid robots. This includes defining how actuators are tested, validated, and qualified before they are integrated into the robot and deployed to production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Actuation Test Ownership

• Functional validation
• Performance characterization
• Fault detection and failure analysis
• Ensure test coverage supports product reliability and manufacturability Test System Architecture
• Define the architecture and requirements for actuator test systems and fixtures ● Work with internal software teams to translate test requirements into automated test software
• Servo drives and motor controllers
• EtherCAT motion networks
• Position, torque, current, temperature, and vibration sensors
• Data acquisition systems
• Lead integration and validation of automated test stations

System Integration

• Collaborate with controls, hardware, firmware, and systems teams to ensure testability is designed into actuator architectures
• Support integration with manufacturing infrastructure including MES systems and production databases
• Lead bring-up, debugging, and release of new test stations

Production Ramp & Sustaining Engineering

• Yield
• Cycle time
• Reliability detection
• Investigate and resolve production issues related to actuator performance ● Drive continuous improvement of test systems and validation methodologies

Manufacturing Enablement

• Operator and technician training materials
• Test equipment maintenance plans
• Calibration procedures
• Troubleshooting workflows
• Create clear, production-ready documentation including test procedures, specifications, and system diagrams

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Servo control systems
• Motor drives
• Closed-loop feedback systems
• Experience working with EtherCAT-based motion networks
• Experience deploying automated test systems for hardware products ● Proven ability to lead complex