What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Engineer position at Actalent?
🌟 Hardware Test & Systems Engineer — Join an Innovation-Driven Engineering Team! 🌟
Are you a hands-on Hardware Engineer who loves cracking complex technical challenges, architecting smarter systems, and bringing cutting-edge electronics to life?
If you thrive in fast-paced environments where your engineering expertise directly shapes next‑generation products—this role is for you.
🚀 What You’ll Do
As a key contributor on our engineering team, you will:
✨ Transform system specifications into actionable test requirements
Break down technical documents and translate them into robust testing strategies.
✨ Develop advanced test software & troubleshoot PCBs
Bring circuits to life, identify issues quickly, and validate performance with precision.
✨ Design cable harnesses and onboard electrical schematics
Own end‑to‑end electrical development for system integration and performance.
✨ Act as the primary technical liaison
Collaborate closely with the Onboard Lead, Work Package Leader, and Mechanical Engineering team throughout the full project lifecycle.
✨ Be a problem solver & technical leader
Your expertise helps drive decisions and ensures smooth cross-functional engineering alignment.
🔧 Your Core Skill Set
We’re looking for someone who brings strength in:
✅ System engineering
✅ Test development
✅ Requirements analysis
✅ PCB troubleshooting & validation
Top engineers in this role are highly analytical, solutions-oriented, and thrive in multi-disciplinary environments.
🎯 What You Bring
✅ 3–5 years as a Hardware or Electronics Engineer
✅ Hands-on experience designing, debugging & testing PCBs
✅ Strong capability in electronic schematic creation
✅ Cable harness design mechanical rack integration experience
✅ Proven ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve hardware issues
✅ Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
✅ Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive problem solver
✅ Ability to contribute throughout requirements, design, implementation & verification phases
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Pittsburgh,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $50 - $60