The Mill (themill.com)
Hardware Test Engineer
San Bruno, California
Sponsorship not specified$130k-$145kDetected 43 days ago
PythonAlgorithmsData EngineeringSolidWorksSiemens NXCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- As a Hardware Test Engineer at Mill, you will be responsible for creating and overseeing the tests used to verify and validate the next generation of Mill's commercial dry and grind technology.
- We are a small team and you will work cross-functionally with Electrical/Mechanical Engineers, Algorithms and Systems Teams to design and operate tests that demonstrate functionality and reliability of products and features.
- Because of this, you'll also have key insights into influencing the direction of design and implementation of features necessary for the success of our products!
Responsibilities
- Design and construct test apparatuses for characterizing, evaluating, and verifying product/system features and functionality
- Develop measurement methods from the ground up - selecting and integrating sensors and proving out fixture accuracy and repeatability
- Partner with algorithms and firmware teams to verify operational intent of features and systems under test, and advise on parameter adjustments
- Advise mechanical engineers on design changes based on test results
- Work with systems engineers to validate requirements with either benchtop tests or quick prototypes that corroborate theoretical models
- Create test reports and slide decks that highlight key areas of improvement for features and mechanisms, and advise on risks for development
Requirements
- BS and or MS degree in related engineering fields (Mechanical/Mechatronics, Electrical, etc.)
- Experience writing Python code to script tests for automated operation
- Experience through at least one or more product development cycles
- Demonstrated experience with working and communicating cross functionally between various engineering disciplines
- Hands-on experience with electromechanical integration and part selection
- Experience with measurement and instrumentation - including force, vibration, and temperature sensing - and a strong grasp of accuracy, precision, and error sources
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the entire company
- Experience with data acquisition systems and IO computing devices (Arduino, Raspberry Pi) to configure test operations and collect data
- Solidworks/Fusion/NX CAD proficiency
- Experience working with accelerometers, strain gauges/load cells, fluid handling systems, and/or air flow characterization
- 3-5 years experience working hands on in developing test fixtures and infrastructure
- Strong communications skills through written, verbal and graphical presentation techniques
- Working with high powered appliances
Nice to have
- Prior startup experience preferred
Skills
- Mill is a waste prevention technology company reimagining what it means to eliminate waste, starting with food.
Compensation
- The estimated base salary range for this position is $130K-145K which does not include the value of benefits or a potential equity grant.
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