Engineering Manager, Hardware Integration and Test
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing
AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our
flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate
thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as
manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in
healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of
embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack
to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a
team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the
complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass
production to change the world for the better. The Role We are
seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager to
lead our newly formed Hardware Integration & Test at Apptronik. You
will be at the forefront of bringing our humanoid robot platform to
life, ensuring every physical component is meticulously integrated
and rigorously tested. This is a critical leadership role for an
engineer with deep expertise in both hands-on hardware development
and strategic team management. Responsibilities Lead and mentor a
team of engineers and technicians specializing in the integration,
test, and verification of complex robotic systems. Own all aspects
of Wiring and Harness Design and Integration, ensuring the creation
of robust, manufacturable, and reliable power and data distribution
systems. Own Configuration Management, including all aspects of
revision control, and the creation and maintenance of accurate top
level System Bills of Materials (BoM) for the robot and all
auxiliary equipment. Direct prototypes Hardware Integration and
Bring-Up, guiding the team through the physical assembly, initial
power-on, and functional testing of all new hardware designs.
Develop and release Kinematic and Dynamic Calibration schemes to
ensure the robot's physical model is precisely aligned with its
software and control systems. Drive Design Verification by creating
and executing comprehensive test plans at both the component and
assembly levels to ensure all hardware meets design specifications.
Lead HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Testbed Development, building and
maintaining sophisticated test environments for rapid, safe, and
repeatable verification of new hardware and software, fully
integrated into our CI/CD pipeline. Qualifications Bachelor’s or
Master’s degree in Systems, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. 6
years of experience in a hands-on hardware engineering role, with a
strong focus on complex electromechanical systems. 2 years of
experience in a direct leadership or management role, with a proven
track record of managing and mentoring technical teams. Deep,
hands-on expertise in the design and manufacturing of wiring and
cable harnesses. Proven experience in developing and operating
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testbeds. Direct experience with
configuration management and BoM ownership for a complex hardware
product. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving
skills. Experience with humanoid robotics or similar complex
robotic systems is a significant advantage. *This is a direct hire.
Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Apptronik provides equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Keywords: Apptronik, San Antonio , Engineering Manager, Hardware Integration and Test, IT / Software / Systems , Austin, Texas
