What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Test Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of test systems for electrical and control subsystems across robotic product lines.
Build and implement automated test solutions for embedded hardware to improve efficiency, traceability, and test coverage.
Collaborate daily with design, systems, firmware, and manufacturing teams to ensure testability and manufacturability of products.
Analyze test data to detect issues, drive root cause investigations, and implement corrective actions.
Support new product introduction (NPI) by creating scalable test strategies from prototype to production.
Maintain and update documentation for test equipment, processes, and protocols.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians, while continuously improving test practices and tools
Skills
Firmware, Electrical engineering, Design, Test engineering, C , python, Altium, SQL, Robot, validation, test equipment, robotics, embedded firmware, software testing
Top Skills Details
-BS EE, CS or similar
-3-5 years relatable experience
-Experience developing automation software to test hardware at the PCBA, sub-assembly, and complete assembly level. Python and C . Product runs on a Linux OS and tests can be programmed to run directly on it.
-Understanding embedded systems communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, EtherCAT). They need to know how to verify connectivity along these protocols, not develop the protocols themselves.
-ECAD experience (Altium preferred). Should be able to use ECAD to help interpret electrical schematics.
-Experienced in designing/deploying test fixtures
-Familiarity with RTOS (Linux, FreeRTOS, etc.) - test programs will run in this environment
-SQL for testing database
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES), test result databases, and statistical process control (SPC).
Exposure to safety-critical product development and regulatory compliance standards.
Background in robotics or highly integrated mechatronic systems.
Work Environment
50/50 between lab/manufacturing floor and and in office setting
Performance Expectations
Should need zero training on how to write python and C for testing. Know how to code in Linux RTOS environment.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $67.31/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 hybrid position in Salem,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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.
Salary : $50 - $67