Junior Sensor Validation & Test Engineer – Force/Torque Sensors

About the role

We are looking for a Junior Sensor Validation & Test Engineer to join our engineering team in Oerlikon, Zürich. You will develop deep technical knowledge of our force/torque sensor products and take ownership of designing and executing qualification test campaigns as well as supporting manufacturing processes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop thorough knowledge of Bota Systems' force/torque sensor products, working principles, and specifications.
• Design and execute qualification test plans covering accuracy, repeatability, linearity, temperature stability, hysteresis, and measurement range.
• Design, build, and maintain test fixtures, rigs, and automated test setups to support sensor characterization.
• Apply calibration methods and mathematical models (including linear algebra and regression techniques) to analyze and improve sensor performance.
• Process and interpret measurement data, produce structured technical reports, and present findings to the engineering team.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, and software engineers to resolve performance issues identified during testing.
• Support continuous improvement of test methodologies and contribute to the development of internal qualification standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, or a closely related field.
• Solid understanding of linear algebra and its application to measurement systems, sensor calibration, or robotics.
• Hands‑on experience designing or operating test equipment, measurement setups, or instrumentation (e.g., thesis, internship, personal project).
• Practical, hands‑on mindset with the ability to build, debug, and troubleshoot test setups.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.

Required skills

• Python for data processing and analysis.
• Linear algebra and regression techniques.
• Sensor calibration methods.
• Design and construction of test fixtures and measurement instrumentation.
• Data analysis and technical reporting.

What we offer

• Technical deep‑dive into force/torque sensing, a niche domain at the frontier of robotics.
• Ownership of a critical engineering function early in your career.
• Dynamic, innovative, and international team of engineers.
• Modern workplace in Zürich‑Oerlikon with state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
• Direct contribution to products used by leading robotics companies and research institutions.