Zipline · 4 months ago
Engineering Test Technician (SMI)
South San Francisco, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$28/hr - $38/hrZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move and is seeking an Engineering Test Technician to join their hardware test environment team. In this hands-on role, you will validate new designs, build and maintain tester equipment, and provide feedback to engineering teams to enhance reliability and efficiency.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Build and test prototype hardware across a wide range of maturity levels, providing manufacturability and efficiency feedback to engineering teams
Assemble, commission, and maintain tester equipment used to validate new hardware
Instrument test articles with sensors and data acquisition systems, ensuring accuracy and repeatability of results
Collaborate closely with hardware teams to identify issues, troubleshoot failures, and develop solutions
Proactively flag risks, inefficiencies, or opportunities for process improvements, and help implement changes
Design and prototype fixtures to support builds, tests, and maintenance tasks
Manage multiple hardware builds through various stages of mechanical and electrical testing
Qualification
Required
Experience with prototyping, assembly, or manufacturing of electro-mechanical systems
Hands-on skills in instrumentation (sensors, DAQ, wiring, calibration) and troubleshooting test setups
A high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and ability to deliver quickly under time pressure
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical challenges and tradeoffs
A mix of skills such as soldering, harnessing, machining, technical documentation, or data analysis
Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs
Comfort working with tools, chemicals, and hardware in a lab/manufacturing environment (including respirator use when required)
Flexibility to support multiple shift schedules or overtime during high‑demand periods
Preferred
Familiarity with test automation or scripting (Python, C++, or similar)
Ability to create or modify simple CAD models
Benefits
Equity compensation
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
And more
Company
Zipline
For far too long, retail brands have struggled with disconnects between headquarters and frontline teams.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Melissa Wong
CEO & Co-Founder
Deri McCrea
Chief Customer Officer
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