Mechanical Engineer, PCBA Test Infrastructure, Robotics
Core
Design and deploy precision mechanical fixtures and infrastructure for PCBA testing, programming, and characterization of advanced robotic systems.
Role type
Senior individual-contributor mechanical engineer (PCBA test infrastructure)
Builds
Precision mechanical systems for board programming, functional test, and characterization (board nests, probe plates, connector interfaces, clamps, enclosures, thermal interfaces)
Domain
Robotics hardware / Electronic manufacturing testing
Required skills
Precision mechanical design, GD&T, tolerance analysis, stiffness/compliance analysis, 3D CAD, hands-on fixture assembly and debugging, vendor management, deployment at contract manufacturers
Preferred skills
PCBA test-fixture experience, ESD-aware tooling, thermal interfaces, robotics hardware, NX/SolidWorks/Creo
Technologies
NX, SolidWorks, Creo
Responsibilities
Own mechanical architecture of PCBA test stations; Design probe and bed-of-nails fixtures; Use simulation to assess stiffness and tolerance stacks; Develop locating and compliance features; Partner with electrical/software teams on test-point access and interlocks; Build, assemble, and debug fixtures in the lab; Manage fabrication partners and release CAD/drawings; Own fixture deployment and acceptance at contract manufacturers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC