Test Engineer

Actalent; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Test Engineer contractor based in London, Ontario. The role involves setting up and executing tests to validate design requirements, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring safety during testing. Candidates must have a degree or diploma in engineering, good communication skills, and hands-on experience with test equipment. The pay ranges from $30.00 to $38.00 per hour for this fully onsite position.

Qualifications

• University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Hands-on experience in soldering techniques and basic wiring techniques.
• Ability to travel (5-25% Cdn) and possess a valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and execution of various tests.
• Operate data acquisition hardware and software during testing.
• Maintain instrumentation and conduct safety during testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Soldering techniques

Familiarity with test equipment

Education

University degree or College Diploma in engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multi-meters

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description: Test Engineering works directly within Engineering to execute tests to validate internal and external customer design requirements. We are looking for a contractor who is a good communicator and problem solver who is willing to learn new things while working in a team environment.

Key Job Elements and Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and execution of component, sub-system and vehicle level tests. Assist in the selection of appropriate instrumentation (transducers, data acquisition equipment, etc.) to satisfy test requirements
• Assemble and prepare instrumentation wiring
• Install and set up test instrumentation (transducers, wiring, data acquisition hardware, etc.) on test assets
• Operate data acquisition hardware and software during testing
• Manually record non-electronic data during testing
• Enhance test data quality through proper setup of test instrumentation (grounding, guarding, & shielding techniques; cable routing techniques, instrumentation calibrations & checks, etc.)
• Assist with test logs and files, etc. to support full and complete test documentation
• Remove test instrumentation and equipment from unit under test upon completion of testing
• Maintain instrumentation in working order
• Clean and repair instrumentation upon completion of testing
• Always conduct in-house and off-site testing activities safely in accordance with safe work practices
• Help maintain instrumentation inventory and calibration records, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines
• Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to travel (5-25% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Hands-on experience in soldering techniques, cable and wire preparation, basic wiring and circuit techniques, small tool operation, etc.
• Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc)
• Some familiarity and experience with MS Word and Excel
• Willing and able to work outdoors under less than ideal weather conditions and surroundings
• Willing and able to work extended work days including weekends when necessary
• Valid driver’s permit

Preferred Experience:

• Introductory knowledge of transducers and data acquisition equipment
• Experience working in a lab environment
• Some knowledge and experience in test and measurements
• Able to read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical engineering drawings
• Demonstrated ability to manage and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Basic knowledge of setup and operation of transducers (accelerometers, pressure transducers, flowmeters, thermocouples, RTDs, Load cells, strain gauges, LVDTs, etc.) and data acquisition equipment

Thank you in advance for your interest, however due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be considered.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of London, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in London,ON.

À propos d'Actalent:

Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.

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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. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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