Electrical Engineer, Test

Atomic Machines•Emeryville, CA

1d•$160,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Atomic Machines is seeking an Electrical Engineer, Test to help build and scale the systems used to validate entirely new classes of devices. At Atomic Machines, we are developing a novel robotic manufacturing platform—the Matter Compiler™—that enables new materials and fabrication processes not possible in conventional manufacturing environments. This role sits at the intersection of electrical engineering, software, instrumentation, and experimental development. You will work closely with senior engineers to design, build, automate, and debug custom test systems used for device characterization, reliability testing, and manufacturing validation. Many of the systems we develop do not have established playbooks or known outcomes. Success in this role requires strong engineering fundamentals, curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to work through ambiguous technical problems across hardware and software boundaries. You will contribute to the full lifecycle of test development, including instrumentation integration, PCB bring-up, firmware validation, automation software, data collection, and experimental debugging. Projects may involve custom electronics, microcontrollers, automation software, mechanical fixtures, high-voltage systems, or integrating commercial instrumentation into larger automated test environments. This is a highly hands-on role ideal for engineers who enjoy building, troubleshooting, learning across disciplines, and working closely with physical hardware systems.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in test engineering, electrical engineering, embedded systems, instrumentation, or related hardware development roles
Experience working with electronics, instrumentation, or embedded hardware systems in a lab environment
Familiarity with analog and mixed-signal circuits, including common building blocks such as op-amps, filters, relays, and power devices
Experience using standard electronic lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, and source meters
Experience writing software or scripts in Python, C, or C++ for automation, instrumentation, or embedded systems
Familiarity with instrumentation communication protocols and device integration
Experience with PCB debugging, hardware bring-up, soldering, and bench-level troubleshooting
Ability to work through ambiguous technical problems with persistence and attention to detail
Strong documentation and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field

Nice To Haves

Experience developing automated test systems or manufacturing test infrastructure
Experience with microcontroller platforms such as STM32 or Arduino
Familiarity with Python-based test automation frameworks
Experience integrating commercial instrumentation into automated systems
Exposure to reliability, environmental, or high-voltage testing
Experience working in fast-paced R&D or hardware startup environments
Experience with PCB layout or simple board design

Responsibilities

Build, debug, and deploy custom test systems for device characterization and manufacturing validation
Develop and execute test plans from engineering specifications and experimental requirements
Integrate lab instrumentation, sensors, power systems, and microcontrollers into automated test setups
Develop automation and control software for instrumentation and data collection
Assist with PCB bring-up, firmware validation, and hardware debugging
Collect, analyze, and document test data to support engineering and manufacturing decisions
Troubleshoot electrical, firmware, software, and system integration issues in lab environments
Design and assemble test fixtures, wiring, and supporting hardware infrastructure
Collaborate cross-functionally with Device, Manufacturing, and Production teams to define test requirements and improve reliability
Research instrumentation, components, and test approaches to support build-versus-buy decisions
Document test procedures, interfaces, and validation results to support reproducibility and production handoff