Test Engineer (2nd)

Test Engineer

As a Test Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain test procedures, tester hardware, and software for electronic circuit board production with limited supervision. You will collaborate with cross-functional peers on diverse customer projects and review circuit board designs for testability requirements. Your role involves supporting manufacturing through failure analysis, tester debugging, and minimizing intermittent failures and downtime of test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures from the product design phase through initial production.
• Generate reports and analysis of test data, preparing documentation and recommendations.
• Regularly review test equipment designs, data, and RMA issues with customers.
• Design and lead engineering and technical personnel in the fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.
• Direct and coordinate engineering activities for the development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required for testing.
• Determine conditions under which tests are conducted and the sequences and phases of test operations.
• Control operational, functional, and performance phases of tests.
• Perform moderately complex assignments in engineering test functions for standard and custom projects, interpreting test data, and preparing technical reports.
• Conduct tests on machinery and equipment using computer software and hardware.
• Develop and maintain semi-routine techniques according to established standards, including ISO and QS development standards.
• Provide training in new procedures to production testing staff.
• Adhere to all safety and health regulations and comply with company security policy.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in test plan development and test engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Python, JavaScript, and C#.
• Bachelor of Science in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a manufacturing-related industry.
• Experience in Electronics and HW testing.
• Ability to build and create test benches.
• Understanding of schematics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with scripting languages like Linux is a plus.
• Ability to understand and modify test scripts as needed.
• Capability to solve random failures through interrogation of test logs, software, physical measurement, and visual identification.
• Contribute to the development of DOE and data gathering for ongoing failure trend resolution.
• Project management skills.

Work Environment

You will work in a contract manufacturing environment where adherence to safety and security policies is paramount. You will engage in engineering activities that require the development, procurement, installation, and calibration of testing equipment. The position requires a collaborative approach, working with cross-functional teams and diverse customer projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actALENTaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.