Mechanical Systems Test Engineer

Qualifications: BSME - 10+ years in Semiconductor equipment, material handling, automation and robotics (solar and disk drives) SolidWorks, EPDM, Documentation, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-Up Strong hands-on experience testing, characterization, troubleshooting of complex automation equipment Experience in developing and documenting test procedures, test data, SOP’s, best practices Strong familiarity in mechatronics/automation design (motor sizing, actuator design, sensor selection, etc.) Industrial automation and control systems (VFD and servo drives, multi-axis robots, PLCs) a plus Experience with optics, lasers, x-rays, lenses a plus Responsibilities: Perform hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis across predominantly Mechanical, but also Electrical and Controls domains. Define critical aspects of machine performance and develop corresponding tests and tuning methods. Collaborate with cross functional teams – including mechanical, electrical, optical, and software engineers to resolve integration and performance issues. Develop and execute detailed hardware test procedures – from subsystem acceptance tests to system-level validation – ensuring performance meets design and reliability requirements. Collect, analyze, and interpret test data, identifying trends, deviations, and opportunities for design or process improvements.