Test and Validation Lead
San Carlos, CA$145k - $177kFull-timePosted 2w ago
About the role
Lead the Test & Validation Engineering team to develop robust test strategies, perform complete-robot validation, and ensure reliable robot performance across R&D, design validation, and lifetime programs for the NEO humanoid robot.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing Test & Validation Engineering team, setting priorities, providing technical direction, and aligning execution with program needs.
- Deliver robust validation strategies and test methods across R&D, design exploration, design validation, and lifetime reliability programs.
- Personally lead development of complete-robot validation tests, including task and load characterization, robot-level durability testing, instrumentation, controls, and data acquisition.
- Establish consistent standards for test design, execution, data collection, analysis, tracking, and technical reporting across the team.
- Ensure test results are accurate, repeatable, and actionable, giving engineering teams the data needed to make informed design and program decisions.
- Own planning and utilization of critical test equipment and lab assets, including budgeting, procurement, capacity planning, and equipment readiness.
- Provide engineering and company leadership with clear visibility into test execution, risks, roadblocks, results, and program readiness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in Test & Validation, Design Validation, Reliability Test, or a related engineering role involving complex hardware.
- Demonstrated experience leading Test and Validation Engineers through complex projects, including technical guidance, prioritization, and cross-functional execution.
- Experience developing and executing tests for robotic systems or complex electromechanical assemblies, including robot-level task/load characterization or durability testing.
- Hands-on experience with test equipment and methods including data acquisition, environmental chambers, vibration systems, HALT, mechanical actuation, and motor or drive-unit dynamometers.
- Strong experience with test planning, data collection, analysis, tracking, and technical reporting.
Skills
Required:Leadership and team managementTest strategy and validation planningRobot-level task/load characterizationInstrumentation and data acquisition
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
- Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
Last updated Oct 11, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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