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Rivian

Staff Test Engineer, Powertrain

Tustin, CA

Experience mentoring and developing senior individual contributors and lead technicians. Prior ... drivetrain, propulsion, or similar complex electromechanical systems, including significant ...

Rivian

Staff Test Engineer, Powertrain

Tustin, CA · On-site

... multi-axis drivetrain rigs, shaker + thermal + humidity combinations, custom HIL or RTCS setups ... and senior leadership. People, Culture & Mentorship • Set the bar for how test engineering ...

Zoox

Senior Staff Vehicle Control Engineer

Foster City, CA

$194K - $201K/yr

Zoox is seeking a Sr. Staff Vehicle Control Engineer to join the Vehicle System Integration team ... drivetrain, braking, steering, and active suspension. You will collaborate closely with vehicle ...

Rivian

Staff Test Engineer, Powertrain

Tustin, CA · On-site

... multi-axis drivetrain rigs, shaker + thermal + humidity combinations, custom HIL or RTCS setups ... Experience mentoring and developing senior individual contributors and lead technicians. Prior ...

Zoox

Senior Staff Vehicle Control Engineer

Foster City, CA · On-site

$224K - $311K/yr

Zoox is seeking a Sr. Staff Vehicle Control Engineer to join the Vehicle System Integration team ... drivetrain, braking, steering, and active suspension. You will collaborate closely with vehicle ...

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How much do senior drivetrain engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior drivetrain engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Drivetrain Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectSenior Drivetrain Engineer
Primary FocusDesign, development, and testing of drivetrain systems and components
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering; experience in drivetrain systems
Work EnvironmentAutomotive, aerospace, or electric vehicle industries, often in R&D or engineering teams
Common UsageUsed in roles focused on powertrain and drivetrain technology development

While a Senior Drivetrain Engineer specializes in drivetrain systems, a Mechanical Engineer has a broader scope, working on various mechanical systems across industries. The Senior Drivetrain Engineer role emphasizes drivetrain-specific expertise, whereas Mechanical Engineers may work on diverse mechanical projects. Both roles often require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but their focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior Drivetrain Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.
Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer (Electrical)

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer (Electrical)

Locus Robotics

Wilmington, MA • On-site

$100K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Locus Robotics designs and deploys autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that work alongside human associates in warehouse and fulfillment environments to dramatically increase picking efficiency and throughput. Our LocusBots navigate complex, dynamic warehouse floors and integrate tightly with warehouse management systems to drive real operational results for some of the world's largest retailers and 3PLs. As we scale our hardware platform, we need sharp engineers who can ensure every robot that leaves our factory is ready to perform from day one.
We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer to own and optimize end-of-line testing for our autonomous robots, ensuring high quality, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency at scale.
This is an onsite position located at our Wilmington MA headquarters.
Responsibilities
  • Own and improve end of line test infrastructure for LocusBot subassemblies and fully integrated robots, including software, calibration, and functional verification
  • Develop and maintain automated test sequences that validate drivetrain, sensor, compute, and power systems against defined acceptance criteria
  • Spend regular time on the manufacturing floor to understand technician pain points, investigate test failures, and implement solutions that improve first-pass yield (FPY) and reduce cycle time
  • Collaborate cross functionally with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to translate design intent into robust, measurable test specifications
  • Perform data analysis (SPC, yield trending, failure mode analysis) to identify systemic quality issues and drive continuous improvement
  • Build intuitive GUI interfaces for production technicians to operate test stations with minimal training overhead
  • Design and build out of new test fixtures and automated test equipment (ATE) as the product line evolves
  • Author and maintain thorough documentation for all test systems, including schematics, process procedures, and test result databases
  • Support pre production validation, debug efforts, and readiness before introducing new test process to the production environment
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, or Software Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • 6+ years of hands-on industry experience in manufacturing test, production engineering, or a closely related discipline
  • Strong proficiency in Python (or nice to have: C++) for hardware interfacing actuators, motor controllers, sensors, relays, and power systems
  • Comfortable working in a Linux environment, including Bash scripting and command line debugging
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB layouts to diagnose hardware failures at the component level
  • Familiarity with Networking Foundations and Database Management
  • Experience in scaled production environments and hardware lifecycle management
  • Solid experience with embedded communication protocols: Ethernet, USB, SPI, UART, SCPI, and CAN bus
  • Demonstrated understanding of software engineering best practices version control, code review, modular design, and test-driven development
  • Experience with data acquisition hardware and industrial I/O devices (e.g., power meters, current sensors, DAQ cards)

Additional Information
Locus Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $165,000 annually, based on external market data, plus bonus and equity. Actual offers will depend on factors such as the candidate's experience, education, training, key or critical skills, geographic location, and current market and business conditions
Application Fraud Detection Notice: To help maintain a fair and secure hiring process, Locus Robotics may use AI-assisted and other automated tools to detect suspected fraud, misrepresentation, or misuse of the application process. Hiring decisions are not made solely by automated means unless otherwise disclosed where required by law

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