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# Test Engineer, Robotics Integration, Optimus

- **Company:** Tesla, Inc.
- **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $108,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence, Altium Designer, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Document Management Systems, Firmware, Hardware Design, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, System Software, Systems Integration, Hardware Testing, Pcb Layout, Golang
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/test-engineer-robotics-integration-optimus-palo-alto-ca--ee383ec7-3603-4939-929b-762b4f9b5853

## About the Role

Testing, Robotics, Testing, Electronic Design, Robotics, Cross-Functional, Electronics Manufacturing, Computer Firmware, Manufacturing, Hardware Development, * Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience and evidence of exceptional ability

 * Solid understanding of analog, digital, and power electronics hardware architectures and design
 * Proficiency with Unix/Linux command-line tools and environments
 * Hands-on experience with Python, Golang, or Rust/C++
 * Ability to read complex electrical schematics and PCB layouts and design clear, relevant software tests
 * Solid understanding of HW/SW architecture and interoperability of a sophisticated system; fundamental EE knowledge required
 * Experience with schematic and PCB layout design in Altium, Allegro, or similar CAD tool is a plus preferred
 * Hands-on knowledge in tester design and qualification, troubleshooting, limit setting, and process buy-offs preferred
 * Proficiency in statistical analysis and relevant data analysis tools preferred
 * Curiosity and ability to learn new software and AI capabilities and apply them to improve factory test processes preferred

## Description

Tesla Robotics Integration is looking for a Test Engineer who will be responsible for designing and developing test hardware, software, and technical processes. This role works in cross-functional environments with electronics design, firmware, integration, and manufacturing teams to build sophisticated, automated testers that support high-volume electronics manufacturing.

 * Own and lead test system software and hardware design, and drive implementation of product testing on Tesla products and engineering builds
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams across EE, Firmware, and Integration early in the product development lifecycle to influence Design for Test (DFT) requirements and testing features
 * Conduct failure and data analysis to provide actionable feedback to electronics design, firmware/software integration, and manufacturing teams for product and process improvements
 * Design, develop, and maintain test fixtures; collect data with hardware in the loop
 * Develop automation tools and maintain CI/CD pipelines for regression testing and rapid test prototyping on new hardware
 * Document system test plans and communicate findings to leadership, peers, and cross-functional partners