NPI Engineer (Electronics and Firmware)

What You Will Do

•        Lead the transition of electronics, firmware, and electro-mechanical subsystems from development to manufacturing, ensuring readiness for both in-house and contract manufacturing environments

•        Develop, maintain and control electronics manufacturing documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, test protocols, configuration/firmware flash procedures, SOPs)

•        Identify and document design improvements required for production scaling during DV (Design Validation) and PV (Production Validation) phases, with a focus on sensors, motor drivers, PCBAs, and wiring harnesses

•        Plan and execute pilot/pre-production builds to validate electronics and firmware readiness for volume manufacturing

•        Develop and validate test jigs, fixtures, and bench-test acceptance criteria for electronic subsystems (e.g., motor current/torque tests, sensor calibration checks, IPC/CAN bus communication tests)

•        Identify and close gaps in electronics design, firmware configuration, or process that may impact CM production (e.g., baud rate mismatches, firmware label/threshold errors, sensor IQC criteria misalignment)

•        Support supplier onboarding activities including FAI, PPAP, and process audits for electronic components and assemblies

•        Perform hands-on mechanical assembly and integration work where it intersects with electronics (e.g., mounting sensors/PCBAs, motor and harness installation, torque-critical fastening) to support builds and troubleshooting

•        Lead on-the-ground troubleshooting of electronics, wiring, and firmware issues, and implement corrective actions

•        Act as the technical liaison between internal and external partners (Production, R&D, Firmware/Software, Supply Chain, Quality, Suppliers) for smooth collaboration and issue resolution

•        Participate in and execute ECN/ECO/ECR processes for electronics and firmware changes, ensuring timely communication and implementation across stakeholders

•        Maintain and update technical documentation including wiring diagrams, firmware/software version histories, service manuals, and BOMs

•        Drive initiatives to improve manufacturability of electronic assemblies, reduce cost, and enhance quality

•        Analyze build and field data (e.g., sensor failure rates, motor test results, firmware defect trends) to identify trends and implement design or process improvements

What You Will Need

•        Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

•        3-5 years of hands-on experience in NPI or Manufacturing Engineering with a focus on electronics/embedded systems, preferably in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environments

•        Proven track record of transferring electronic products/subsystems from development to both in-house and contract manufacturing

•        Strong technical expertise in electronics, embedded/firmware systems, sensor integration, motor control, and wiring/harness assemblies

•        Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and reading/debugging firmware or embedded logs

•        Familiar with communication protocols and interfaces common in robotics/embedded systems (e.g., CAN bus, UART, I2C/SPI)

•        Experience with pilot builds, test jig/fixture development, and process qualification for electronic assemblies

•        Experience with supplier qualifications (PPAP, FAI, audits) for PCBAs, sensors, motors, and cable harnesses

•        Working knowledge of change management systems (ECN/ECO/ECR) and configuration/firmware version control

•        Strong root cause analysis capabilities using structured problem-solving methodologies (PFMEA, 5-Why, 8D, Ishikawa) applied to electronics/firmware failures

•        Comfortable working on the production floor, using bench equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, current/torque test rigs), and collaborating with cross-functional engineering, operations, and supplier teams

•        Basic mechanical aptitude for hands-on assembly/disassembly, fastening, and integration tasks (hand tools, torque drivers) in support of electro-mechanical builds and troubleshooting

•        Good to have: experience with AGVs, AMRs, or similar autonomous robotic systems, and familiarity with IT/network infrastructure basics relevant to factory floor systems

If you have a passion for product development, enjoy working with cross-functional teams, and have experience in the sectors we serve, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Our work environment is dynamic and collaborative, where you'll work alongside a team of experts who share your enthusiasm for building robots. Apply now and join our team that's shaping the future of cleaning robots!