Lab Test Technician: Validation & Data Specialist

Actalent; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental plans

Disability insurance

401k matching

HSA, FSA, Dependent Care plans

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Test Technician based in Maple Grove, MN, to support testing, validation, and continuous improvement in a hands-on laboratory environment. You will execute test procedures, operate specialized lab equipment, and provide high‑quality data to engineering teams for product validation and development.

The role emphasizes setup and operation of test loops, calibration checks, data collection, and collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical/Controls, and Systems Engineering teams

Qualifications

• 13+ years in a test lab or R&D environment are expected.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on approach to problems.
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot test equipment and fluid systems.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Experience with pressure, flow, and thermal testing and data validation.
• Ability to ensure measurement accuracy and repeatability.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test loops and fluid handling equipment.
• Execute test procedures with correct instrumentation and conditions.
• Monitor thermal performance, pressure, flow, and leaks during tests.
• Collect and record measurements with calibrated instrumentation.
• Calibrate and maintain lab instrumentation, keeping traceability.
• Validate sensor accuracy and document deviations.
• Maintain data precision and repeatability in testing.
• Perform routine maintenance on pumps, hoses, and fittings.
• Assemble and reconfigure test fixtures for campaigns.
• Assist engineers with installing components into test setups.
• Create test logs, configuration notes, and results summaries.
• Update SOPs and lab checklists to reflect current practice.
• Communicate observations and issues clearly to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical/Controls, and Systems Engineering.
• Suggest improvements to test methods and workflows.

Skills

Test lab experience

Mechanical aptitude

Operate/test equipment

Read engineering drawings

Pressure/thermal testing

Data collection/validation

Leak detection

Safety awareness

Documentation

Communication

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Hands-on problem solving

Education

AS/AV Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar

Tools

LabVIEW

PLC-based systems

Test fixtures

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Test Technician based in Maple Grove, MN, to support testing, validation, and continuous improvement in a hands-on laboratory environment. You will execute test procedures, operate specialized lab equipment, and provide high‑quality data to engineering teams for product validation and development.

The role emphasizes setup and operation of test loops, calibration checks, data collection, and collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical/Controls, and Systems Engineering teams