Mechatronics Engineer
About The Position
Blue River Technology is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to build and support test systems and hardware for computer vision-enabled agricultural products, including a high-density compute platform for robotics. The role involves designing, assembling, maintaining, and debugging hardware used in robotics test systems and hardware-in-the-loop platforms. The engineer will collaborate with software and test engineers to bring up and maintain test benches and will keep test-hardware documentation current. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, with at least three days per week in the office. Visa sponsorship is available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience building and testing electromechanical or robotic systems.
- Hands-on skills with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies, as well as hand tools.
- Ability to read and create schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Strong CAD proficiency, preferably in SolidWorks.
- Strong attention to detail and a focus on testing and continuous integration practices.
Nice To Haves
- Experience testing cameras and camera interfaces, including performance under physical conditions such as shock, vibration, EMI, and temperature.
- Fixture design experience using CAD tools, along with 3D printing or light fabrication.
- PCB rework and soldering proficiency.
- Experience supporting hardware design transfer from prototypes to production builds.
- Familiarity with Linux-based systems.
- Experience in agricultural, automotive, or robotics test environments.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain hardware for robotics test systems, including fixtures, mounts, cable harnesses, and power distribution.
- Integrate cameras and other sensors into hardware-in-the-loop test platforms, including physical alignment and target setups.
- Perform board-level debugging, rework, and repair of electronic assemblies.
- Partner with software and test engineers to bring up new test benches and keep them running.
- Maintain documentation, schematics, and bills of materials for test hardware.
Benefits
- Annual performance bonus
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
