Firmware Test Engineer - Electrical Systems

Actalent; United States; On-site; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

This Electrical Engineer role focuses on testing, loading, and validating firmware on electronic assemblies and systems within a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will work closely with a small, collaborative engineering team to support both custom and production-scale printed circuit board (PCB) programs. This position is ideal for an early- to mid-career engineer who wants to deepen their experience in firmware loading, electrical testing, and troubleshooting while contributing to fast-moving, cutting-edge electronics projects.

Responsibilities

• Test, load, and validate firmware on electronic assemblies and systems as the primary focus of the role.
• Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems and PCB assemblies.
• Use diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and other electronic test equipment to evaluate and verify hardware performance.
• Identify root causes of electrical and firmware-related failures and assist in developing and implementing corrective actions.
• Review, interpret, and create electrical schematics and blueprints to support design, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support electrical design efforts for new and existing PCB-based products, including modifications and improvements.
• Apply a strong working knowledge of Ohm’s law and electrical fundamentals when analyzing circuits and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with other engineers to modify, improve, and validate designs for both prototype and production hardware.
• Work with customer-provided designs as well as internally developed concepts to ensure they meet performance and quality requirements.
• Document test results, issues, corrective actions, and solutions in a clear and organized manner.
• Participate in engineering, assembly, testing, and build activities for electronics projects as needed to support expanding project demand.

Essential Skills

• Electrical engineering background with experience in testing, designing, and troubleshooting electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Ohm’s law and core electrical principles.
• Hands-on experience with firmware testing and loading on electronic assemblies and systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with PCB design, PCB manufacturing, or electronics manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting of PCB assemblies and electronic systems.
• Familiarity with hardware validation and embedded systems concepts.
• Ability to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and related electronic test equipment effectively.
• Experience in electronics test or production environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in PCB manufacturing or electronics assembly environments.
• Exposure to or interest in embedded systems and hardware validation processes.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving manufacturing setting where engineers support multiple phases of design, testing, and production.
• Interest in gaining deeper hands-on experience in firmware loading, electrical testing, and troubleshooting.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing setting with approximately 25–30 employees on site, offering a collaborative, hands-on environment where engineers participate in every phase of design, testing, and production. The organization supports electronics and PCB assembly programs, including both custom and production-scale projects, providing exposure to cutting-edge electrical engineering work in areas such as engineering, assembly, testing, and builds. The workday typically runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will spend significant time on the shop floor and at electronics benches using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and other test equipment to support hardware validation and troubleshooting. The setting emphasizes long-term opportunities, contract-to-permanent pathways, and close collaboration with other engineers and leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wappingers Falls, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/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 Wappingers Falls,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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 throughaccess 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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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

Massachusetts Lie Detector:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.