Electrical Test Technician

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (voluntary)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Test Tech to support development activities for vehicle electrical systems and ECUs. The role involves hands-on testing in prototype and production-level vehicles, coordinating with engineers and leadership to align activities with project milestones.

Responsibilities include planning, executing, and reporting test results, performing EMC testing, troubleshooting issues, and analyzing data with automotive tools. On-site in Raymond, OH.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using test equipment for vehicle electrical systems and ECUs.
• Plan, track, and execute test activities according to project schedules and milestones.
• Experience performing testing and verification of ECU hardware and software in vehicles.
• Ability to conduct EMC-related testing and interpret results to assess electrical performance and reliability.
• Hands-on vehicle testing and basic root-cause analysis of electrical functional issues.
• Analyze test data and results using industry-standard automotive tools and software.
• Strong written and verbal communication to present findings and reports.

Responsibilities

• Support development activities for vehicle electrical systems and ECUs under guidance.
• Plan, track, and execute assigned test tasks aligned with project schedules.
• Coordinate with engineers, project leaders, and stakeholders to align technical details with delivery timelines.
• Test ECU hardware and software in prototype and production-level vehicles.
• Perform EMC-related testing to ensure electrical performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform basic root-cause analysis.
• Analyze test data and prepare detailed test reports.
• Present results and verification reviews to technical leadership with recommendations.

Skills

Test equipment usage

Test planning & tracking

ECU hardware/software testing

EMC testing

Vehicle testing

Troubleshooting & root-cause analysis

Data analysis with automotive tools

Technical reporting & documentation

Communication with leadership

Collaboration with engineers

Job description

Job Title: Test Tech

Responsibilities

• Support development activities for vehicle electrical systems and ECUs with moderate oversight from senior engineers.
• Plan, track, and execute assigned test tasks in alignment with project schedules and development milestones.
• Coordinate closely with engineers, project leaders, and technical stakeholders to align technical details with delivery timelines.
• Perform testing and verification of ECU hardware and software in prototype vehicles to validate functionality and performance.
• Perform testing and verification of ECU hardware and software in production-level vehicles to confirm readiness for market release.
• Execute EMC-related testing and verification of technical change points to ensure electrical performance, quality, and reliability.
• Conduct hands-on vehicle testing to validate electrical functions and system interactions.
• Troubleshoot electrical functional issues in vehicles and perform basic root-cause analysis to identify underlying problems.
• Analyze test data and results using industry-standard automotive tools and software to draw clear and accurate conclusions.
• Prepare detailed test reports that clearly document methods, results, and findings for internal review.
• Present test results and verification reviews to technical leadership, explaining findings, risks, and recommendations.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using test equipment for vehicle electrical systems and ECUs.
• Ability to plan, track, and execute test activities according to project schedules and milestones.
• Experience performing testing and verification of ECU hardware and software in vehicles.
• Ability to conduct EMC-related testing and interpret results to assess electrical performance and reliability.
• Hands-on skills in vehicle testing, troubleshooting, and basic root-cause analysis of electrical functional issues.
• Competence in analyzing test data and results using industry-standard automotive tools and software.
• Strong written communication skills to prepare clear and accurate test reports.
• Strong verbal communication skills to present test results and verification reviews to technical leadership.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, project leaders, and technical stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in automotive electrical systems and ECU development.
• Attention to detail when executing tests and documenting results.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple test activities in parallel with project timelines.

Work Environment

The role operates in an automotive development environment that includes both laboratory and vehicle-based testing. You will work hands-on with test equipment, vehicle electrical systems, and ECUs in prototype and production-level vehicles. The position involves coordination with cross-functional engineering teams and technical leadership, as well as regular use of industry-standard automotive tools and software for data analysis and reporting. Work hours generally follow project schedules and development milestones, with periods of focused testing and verification aligned to key delivery dates.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Raymond, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 fully onsite position in Raymond,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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