Robotics Validation Engineer
Company: Optimal Inc.
Location: Warren
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description We are seeking
Robotics Test & Validation Engineer to join our Advanced
Development team within the Autonomous Robotics Center (ARC). In
this role, you will develop innovative test frameworks for
robotics, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), simulation-driven
validation, and continuous safety monitoring. You will define new
performance metrics for intelligent collaborative robots such as
adaptability, robustness, and trustworthiness. You will work with
Robotics Intelligence to validate early prototypes and with AI &
Simulation to benchmark AI models before deployment.
Responsibilities Design and implement test plans to validate AI
models and robotic systems. Develop automated testing frameworks to
ensure reliability and performance. Analyze test data to identify
and resolve issues. Develop test frameworks including HIL and
simulation-driven validation. Define performance metrics for
intelligent robotic systems. Validate early prototypes with
Robotics Intelligence. Benchmark AI models with AI & Simulation
teams. Qualifications 5 years of experience in robotics testing and
validation. Strong background in HIL testing and simulation
environments. Experience with safety monitoring and performance
benchmarking. Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Engineering,
or related field. Excellent analytical and documentation skills.
(Preferred Qualifications) Master's degree or PhD in Engineering,
Robotics, or related field. Experience with intelligent
collaborative robots and performance metrics. Track record of
innovation in test frameworks. Knowledge of safety and compliance
standards. This position is onsite
Keywords: Optimal Inc., Dearborn , Robotics Validation Engineer, Engineering , Warren, Michigan
