System Test Engineer

Test Engineer – Robotics & Electromechanical Systems

Overview

We are seeking a Test Engineer to support the design verification, reliability testing, and validation of advanced robotic and electromechanical systems. This role is highly hands‑on and involves assembling test fixtures, bringing up validation rigs, developing automated test tools, and working closely with engineering teams to ensure products meet system‑level and customer requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with cutting‑edge robotics hardware in a fast‑growing, innovation‑driven environment where test engineering plays a critical role in product quality and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute structured design verification and reliability test procedures aligned with system specifications and customer requirements.
• Assemble, instrument, and bring up test fixtures, validation rigs, and hardware test setups for robotic and electromechanical systems.
• Support the development, improvement, and automation of test fixtures and validation tools.
• Author, maintain, and update test plans, test procedures, specifications, and supporting documentation in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data, logs, and observations to support validation and manufacturing test efforts.
• Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations for component, system, and integration issues.
• Support repeatable and scalable test execution in both development and manufacturing environments.
• Work hands‑on with motors, sensors, actuators, embedded systems, and integrated hardware during testing activities.
• Use scripting and data analysis tools to automate tests and analyze results.
• Communicate test findings clearly and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to recommend design or process improvements.
• Contribute to the design and integration of test fixtures, using basic CAD tools as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in hardware test engineering for robotics or complex electromechanical systems
• Hands‑on experience with electromechanical assembly and integrated hardware in robotics, automation, or similar environments
• Experience supporting manufacturing and production test processes
• Strong background in test engineering, including design verification, reliability testing, and hardware validation
• Experience using test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Ability to develop and execute test procedures, test plans, and validation protocols
• Hands‑on experience with motors, sensors, actuators, and embedded systems
• Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting/data analysis tools
• Familiarity with embedded systems and control theory concepts
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as CANBus and Ethernet
• Experience with microcontrollers such as ESP32 or Arduino, and programming in C/C
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to produce clear, structured test documentation
• Familiarity with ROS or ROS2 and Linux‑based robotics environments

Preferred / Additional Qualifications

• Experience working with robotic or automated equipment in development or manufacturing environments
• background developing or improving automated test equipment (ATE) and validation tools
• Basic CAD experience (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent) for test fixture design
• Experience performing hardware root cause failure analysis and structured problem‑solving
• Comfort working with embedded system communication interfaces and protocols
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Interest in contributing to a fast‑growing robotics organization focused on innovation and continuous improvement

Work Environment

This role is based in a hands‑on lab and manufacturing environment focused on robotics and automated electromechanical systems. The position involves frequent interaction with test equipment, fixtures, validation rigs, motors, sensors, actuators, and embedded hardware.

You will work with tools such as Python, MATLAB, C/C , Linux, ROS/ROS2, CANBus, Ethernet, and CAD software (SolidWorks or equivalent). The environment emphasizes collaboration, practical problem‑solving, and continuous improvement across both lab and manufacturing test areas.

This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, MA.

The pay range for this position is $49.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wilmington,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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 : $49 - $60