Test Engineer

Job Title: Validation Engineer

Job Description

The Test Systems Engineer plays a crucial role in focusing on obtaining and maintaining product compliance with industry regulations. This position involves detailed product analysis, hands-on testing, and test development to ensure compliance. The engineer will interface with regulatory agencies to prepare submission materials for certification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply applicable safety and performance standards.
• Participate in product development teams to document global hazardous location and performance requirements.
• Develop strategies for testing and certification to meet industry standards.
• Create test plans, oversee testing, and interpret results according to company and industry standards.
• Prepare technical justifications and documents demonstrating compliance with applicable standards.
• Interface with third-party certification agencies and manage related projects.
• Write and execute test protocols, record results, and draft test reports.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in test engineering, product testing, and requirements analysis.
• Experience with validation, test plan creation, and hardware testing.
• Ability to read and interpret requirements and troubleshoot issues.
• Expertise in electro-mechanical testing and design validation.
• Proficient in data interpretation, test development, and test equipment usage.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field required; BSEE or CS preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in formal verification and validation product testing.
• At least 3 years of experience in standards-based environmental testing.
• Strong understanding of design requirements and technical evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar preferred.
• Experience with product development processes and hazardous location certifications.
• Familiarity with standards such as FM, CSA, ATEX, and IECEx.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $44.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $38 - $44