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# Robotics Test Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,630.0 - $162,240.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Encodings, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Motion Capture, PID Controllers, Robotic Automation Software, Scripting, Performance Testing
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/E2419E62DEEE4BD9B85B31CF9464C026/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics or a related engineering field
 * Experience configuring and executing performance testing across multiple robotic control modes.
 * Experience testing:
 * Robotic systems
 * Servo motors
 * Brushless DC motors
 * Linear actuators
 * Closed-loop motion control systems
 * Hands-on experience with:
 * Encoders
 * Force/torque sensors
 * Accelerometers
 * Data acquisition systems
 * Proficiency with data analysis and scripting tools such as:
 * Python
 * MATLAB
 * Similar platforms
 * Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems.

NICE TO HAVES:

 * Experience with automated test frameworks and hardware-in-the-loop CI/CD testing.
 * Experience with motor drive tuning, including:
 * PID control
 * Feedforward control
 * Gain scheduling
 * Servo commissioning tools
 * Knowledge of:
 * Vibration analysis
 * Frequency-domain characterization
 * System identification techniques
 * 5+ years of experience in:
 * Robotics testing
 * Motion control
 * Electromechanical systems validation

## Description

This position is responsible for hands-on testing, characterization, and performance evaluation of actuators, robotic manipulators, and multi-axis motion systems. The engineer will plan and execute motion performance tests across multiple control modes, collect and analyze data, maintain test infrastructure, and support the integration and bring-up of new robotic prototypes., * Execute and evaluate motion performance testing on actuators, robotic arms, and multi-axis robotic systems.

 * Operate and validate systems across position, velocity, torque/force, and impedance control modes.
 * Set up and calibrate test equipment, including encoders, force/torque sensors, IMUs, and motion capture systems.
 * Collect, analyze, and report performance data to identify anomalies and support root-cause investigations.
 * Maintain and troubleshoot test fixtures, dynamometers, and lab equipment.
 * Support prototype integration, wiring, and system bring-up activities.
 * Develop automated test procedures and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to establish test requirements and acceptance criteria.


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