Sesame
Test Engineer, Manufacturing
San Francisco · Junior · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 292 days ago
PythonC#Data AnalysisProduct ManagementMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringLabVIEWTest AutomationManual TestingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- Sesame believes in a future where computers are lifelike - with the ability to see, hear, and collaborate with us in ways that feel natural and human. With this vision, we're designing a new kind of computer, focused on making voice agents part of our daily lives. Our team brings together founders from Oculus and Ubiquity6, alongside proven leaders from
- Meta, Google, and Apple, with deep expertise spanning hardware and software. Join us in shaping a future where computers truly come alive.
Responsibilities
- Test Strategy & Development: Architect and implement comprehensive manufacturing test strategies for new product introductions (NPIs), covering functional, parametric, and in-circuit testing for complex wearable devices.
- Test Fixture & Equipment Design: Design, develop, and qualify test fixtures, equipment, and software for various stages of the manufacturing process, from PCBA-level tests to final product assembly.
- Collaboration with Contract Manufacturers (CMs): Act as the primary technical interface with our large-scale contract manufacturing partners.
- Train and support CM teams on test processes, troubleshoot issues on the factory floor, and ensure strict adherence to our specifications.
- Design for Testability (DFT): Partner with the product design and engineering teams during the development phase to influence product architecture and design for enhanced testability, manufacturability, and reliability.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed test specifications, process instructions, and engineering change notices (ECNs) to ensure clear communication and consistency across all manufacturing sites.
- Architect and implement comprehensive manufacturing test strategies for new product introductions (NPIs), covering functional, parametric, and in-circuit testing for complex wearable devices.
- Design, develop, and qualify test fixtures, equipment, and software for various stages of the manufacturing process, from PCBA-level tests to final product assembly.
- Sesame believes in a future where computers are lifelike - with the ability to see, hear, and collaborate with us in ways that feel natural and human.
Requirements
- Audio: Expertise with audio test equipment (e.g., Audio Precision, SoundCheck) and methodologies.
- Camera: Experience with optical test benches, image quality analysis, and camera calibration.
- RF: Experience with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network analyzers) and wireless protocol testing.
- Battery: Experience with battery testing methodologies, including charge/discharge cycling, impedance spectroscopy, and safety testing.
- Demonstrated experience with specialized testing:
- Manage third-party resources as required.
- This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to work effectively with large-scale contract manufacturers (CMs) and product development engineering across the globe.
Nice to have
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing test engineering within the consumer electronics industry.
- Proven experience with wearables is highly preferred, including familiarity with the unique challenges of small form factor, high-density products.
- Proficiency in a programming language for test automation (e.g., Python, C#, LabVIEW).
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Sesame is committed to a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.
- We welcome all qualified applicants, embracing diversity in race, gender, identity, orientation, ability, and more.
- We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
- Contact careers@sesame.com for assistance.
Skills
- Utilize data analysis tools to automatically monitor test yields, identify trends, root cause failures, and flag production issues.
Compensation
- 401 (k) max employer match: 3.5% of compensation
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits for you and your dependents
- Unlimited PTO and sick time
- Flexible spending account with employer matching up to $1,650/year (medical FSA)
- Opportunity to share in the company's success with competitive stock options
- Benefits do not apply to contingent/contract workers.
- With this vision, we're designing a new kind of computer, focused on making voice agents part of our daily lives.
- Proactively drive continuous improvement to optimize test coverage, cycle time, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
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