Physical AI - Senior Engineering / Lab Technical Lead

Location: Boston, MA

Pay Range: $90-95/hr

About the role

Design, build, and operate test benches for prototype robotic hardware, including power systems, sensors, and communication interfaces. Develop detailed test plans and acceptance criteria in collaboration with hardware engineers; execute tests and document results thoroughly. Create custom fixtures, jigs, and test setups, integrating mechanical fabrication, electrical wiring, and software scripting as needed. Support and lead hardware builds, integrating actuators, sensors, compute modules, and power systems for prototype validation. Perform PCB bring-up, debugging, and troubleshoot communication protocols such as CAN, EtherCAT, and RS-485, ensuring system reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in hardware development, test engineering, or systems integration across electrical, reliability, or mechatronics domains.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment and debugging at component and system levels.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and mechanical drawings independently.
• Experience building test benches and custom fixtures from scratch, with strong technical documentation skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge physical AI and robotics projects.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of hardware engineers, AI researchers, and lab operations specialists.
• Contribute to innovative hardware validation and reliability testing processes.
• Develop and refine your technical skills in a dynamic environment.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to technological advancement and inclusion.