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Role Summary We are seeking a Triage & Root Cause Analysis professional (Manufacturing Test Engineer, Test Engineer, R&D Engineer, Hardware EE, Systems Integration Engineer, or similar) to serve as a frontu2011line troubleshooter for robotic system failures, both in the field and in internal testing environments. This role functions as the tip of the spear for diagnosing robot issuesu2014performing firstu2011pass triage, isolating known failures, and clearly documenting and escalating novel problems. This is not a repair, redesign, or longu2011term failure ownership role. Success in this position comes from strong technical troubleshooting skills, disciplined root cause analysis, clear communication, and excellent ticket and documentation. What Youu2019ll DoDefect Triage & Troubleshooting + Act as first responder for reported robot defects and anomalous behavior + Collaborate closely with Engineering to understand known issues, system behavior, and existing error codes + Perform initial triage by reviewing: + Telemetry and system logs + Video recordings + Error codes and system alerts + Conduct secondu2011level troubleshooting using standard diagnostic tools such as: + Multimeters + Oscilloscopes + Eliminate known root causes and clearly identify failure modes + Document confirmed root causes or escalate novel, undefined issues to Engineering with clear supporting data Root Cause Analysis & Documentation + Apply structured root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5u2011Why, Fishbone, FTA, 8D) to ambiguous or intermittent failures + Partner with Engineering to: + Learn newly identified root causes + Translate findings into clear troubleshooting guidance + Build, maintain, and continuously improve troubleshooting documentation for broader operational teams + Ensure findings are clearly captured in ticketing and tracking systems Required Skills & Experience + BS in Electrical, Hardware, Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical, Systems or similar degree + 2+ years of experience in a troubleshooting, triage, manufacturing engineering, or systems support role + Strong handsu2011on electrical troubleshooting skills + Proven experience with root cause analysis methodologies + Comfort working with partially defined or unknown failure modes + Ability to clearly document findings and communicate technical issues across teams Technical Skill Set + Root cause analysis tools: + 5u2011Why, FMEA, FTA / fault tree analysis software, Fishbone (Ishikawa), 8D + Electrical and systems troubleshooting: + Hardware, PCBA, firmware, and software interaction + Industrial and robotic communication protocols: + Ethernet, EtherCAT, CAN bus + Actuators and motor control fundamentals + Software and diagnostic tools: + Command line interfaces + Python and Bash (basic to intermediate) + Experience working with ticketing, triage, and defect tracking systems Nice to Have + Exposure to safetyu2011critical systems + Experience with: + Thermal issues + Vibration analysis + EMC/EMI considerations + Background in robotics or complex electromechanical systems What Success Looks Like + Known issues are quickly identified and filtered without unnecessary escalation + Novel issues are escalated with clear data, context, and hypotheses + Engineering teams receive highu2011quality, actionable triage inputs + Troubleshooting documentation improves over time and reduces repeat investigation effort Interested and qualified LOCAL/REGIONAL talent who can report to the worksite each day are encouraged to apply. #LI-MH3 Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Keizer, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $43.27/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Keizer,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026. 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