Senior Test Automation Engineer - Hardware and Robotics - Onsite
- Hiring from
- United States
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
Join our Austin lab team to operate and maintain sophisticated test fixtures for a world-renowned technology company. As a Senior Test Automation Engineer specializing in Hardware and Robotics, you'll deploy hardware test systems, execute daily testing protocols, and troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical components while working with cutting-edge consumer electronics used by billions globally.
At EPAM, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and shape the future of digital innovation. With access to continuous learning, mentorship, and global projects, your expertise will drive meaningful change.
Req.#1027450004
Responsibilities
- Deploy and configure hardware test fixtures following automation engineering specifications including mechanical setup
- Diagnose and repair hardware faults (including electrical failures and mechanical adjustments to test fixtures) to restore test areas and equipment to operation quickly and independently
- Set up and commission physical test fixtures incorporating robotics or other motion control systems, ensuring proper integration, calibration, and functionality
- Execute daily test protocols while monitoring system performance and ensuring test accuracy
- Debug and troubleshoot failures in electrical and mechanical components using systematic problem-solving approaches
- Perform device deployment, restoration, and configuration management for test equipment
- Maintain lab operations including timely resolution of open actions and general facility upkeep
- Collaborate with cross-location engineering teams to run experiments and validate test results
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Proficiency in Python programming with strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities
- Experience with diagnosing and repairing hardware faults, including electrical failures of key components and mechanical modifications to test fixtures
- Experience with deploying and commissioning physical test fixtures that incorporate robotics or other motion control systems, including integration, calibration, and functional verification
- Hands-on experience deploying automated test fixtures including mechanical assembly and setup
- Familiarity with infrastructure management systems like Ansible or Puppet for configuration control
- Experience with shell scripting, networking protocols, and managing macOS systems
- Self-sufficient problem-solving abilities with excellent analytical and debugging skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with distributed teams
We offer
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
- Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.
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Hybrid in United States of America: Austin