Nordson-posted 1 day ago
$105,000 - $126,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Minneapolis, MN
5,001-10,000 employees

Nordson Test & Inspection , a global leader in X-Ray & Test Systems and Optical Sensors and Metrology, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. Summary of the role As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. Position Summary The Senior Mechatronics Test & Development Engineer is responsible for establishing and executing the verification, validation, and calibration strategy for one optical metrology product line, while contributing hands‑on to prototype builds, integration, and design maturation.

  • Define the verification plan and acceptance criteria for builds and pilot runs; maintain requirements‑to‑test traceability.
  • Design and implement calibration methods for optical and electro‑mechanical subsystems, including reference artifacts and uncertainty analyses.
  • Build, maintain, and document automated test scripts and data pipelines; ensure configuration control and code quality standards.
  • Plan and execute environmental, stability, and reliability evaluations; synthesize findings into design recommendations.
  • Create and maintain controlled procedures, work instructions, and training for test and calibration activities.
  • Design and release test fixtures and jigs (SolidWorks/Creo), including tolerance stack‑ups and GD&T suitable for fabrication.
  • Support prototype bring‑up and integration (motion control, sensors, electrical harnessing, mechanical alignment, optical alignment as applicable).
  • Conduct structured experiments to isolate contributors to measurement error and drive corrective actions.
  • Serve as technical owner for test/calibration for the assigned product line; act as the counterpart to the Systems Engineer.
  • Partner with Opto‑Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and Algorithm teams to resolve integration issues and close validation gaps.
  • Align R&D test methods with factory test requirements; support DFM/DFT/DFC and pilot builds.
  • Provide concise status reporting (risk register, decision logs) to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Optical Engineering, or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience developing mechatronic systems from prototype through pilot/transfer; experience in optical systems/metrology strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in test automation and data analysis using Python and/or Matlab, LabView ; familiarity with C# for instrument control is a plus.
  • Proficiency in CAD ( SolidWorks or Creo ) with the ability to release build-ready drawings (GD&T, tolerance stacks).
  • Practical experience with motion stages, precision mechanics, sensors, DAQ, and lab instrumentation.
  • Working knowledge of calibration design, error budgets, statistics, and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA/GR&R).
  • Optics/optomechanics (imaging, interferometry, alignment, light fundamentals).
  • Exposure to manufacturing transfer and factory test development.
  • Experience with reliability or environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock), and regulatory compliance is a plus.
  • Medical, Rx, Vision, Dental, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Retirement and Security benefits including 401k and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and paid Holidays
  • each employee receives 16 hours paid time each calendar year to perform volunteer services for Nordson-sponsored events
  • Matching Gifts Program
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