Actalent
Test Automation Engineer
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Job Description The Test Automation Engineer will design and deliver test systems for electronic products, develop requirements from scratch, and design multi‑layer PCBs to build Automated Test Equipment (ATE). The role involves identifying gaps in test coverage, designing hardware and software test solutions, and defining test plans for new products and features. The engineer will execute hands‑on testing and rework of PCBA and electrical components, and design next‑generation test automation hardware systems for fast and repeatable product testing.
Responsibilities
Design and deliver test systems for electronic products.
Develop requirements from scratch and design multi‑layer PCBs.
Identify gaps in test coverage and own the design and delivery of test solutions.
Define test plans for new products and features.
Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware design teams.
Design and execute hands‑on testing and rework of PCBA and electrical components.
Implement next‑generation test automation hardware systems.
Essential Skills
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals.
Schematic capture and circuit design.
Circuit analysis and layouts.
Programming and scripting skills, with LabVIEW as the primary tool.
Proficiency in Python, C++, or other programming languages.
Experience building automated test stations and using oscilloscopes and multimeters.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout, preferably using Altium.
Ability to develop 8+ layer PCBs through the entire product lifecycle.
Experience managing product lifecycle, including requirements, design, build, integration, and deployment.
Capability to develop test and validation strategies from component level to system level.
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $60.00 – $90.00 /hr.
Benefits (temporarily applicable) include:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital
401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D)
Short‑ and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science 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.
Equal Opportunity 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.
Accommodation Requests 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.
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– Actalent
Job Description The Test Automation Engineer will design and deliver test systems for electronic products, develop requirements from scratch, and design multi‑layer PCBs to build Automated Test Equipment (ATE). The role involves identifying gaps in test coverage, designing hardware and software test solutions, and defining test plans for new products and features. The engineer will execute hands‑on testing and rework of PCBA and electrical components, and design next‑generation test automation hardware systems for fast and repeatable product testing.
Responsibilities
Design and deliver test systems for electronic products.
Develop requirements from scratch and design multi‑layer PCBs.
Identify gaps in test coverage and own the design and delivery of test solutions.
Define test plans for new products and features.
Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware design teams.
Design and execute hands‑on testing and rework of PCBA and electrical components.
Implement next‑generation test automation hardware systems.
Essential Skills
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals.
Schematic capture and circuit design.
Circuit analysis and layouts.
Programming and scripting skills, with LabVIEW as the primary tool.
Proficiency in Python, C++, or other programming languages.
Experience building automated test stations and using oscilloscopes and multimeters.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout, preferably using Altium.
Ability to develop 8+ layer PCBs through the entire product lifecycle.
Experience managing product lifecycle, including requirements, design, build, integration, and deployment.
Capability to develop test and validation strategies from component level to system level.
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $60.00 – $90.00 /hr.
Benefits (temporarily applicable) include:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital
401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D)
Short‑ and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science 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.
Equal Opportunity 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.
Accommodation Requests 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.
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