Senior Electro-Mechanical Test Engineer

Actalent; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent in Burnsville, MN is seeking a Test Engineer to perform end-to-end test activities across product qualification, focusing on electro-mechanical testing in environmental, electrical systems, power, and EMI domains. You will develop test plans and procedures, conduct lab-based qualification tests, analyze results, and document findings to support customer reviews and qualification approvals.

This on-site role combines hands-on testing with data reporting in a defense-related engineering

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in test engineering or electro-mechanical testing, including environmental, electrical systems, power, and EMI testing.
• Hands-on experience conducting power testing and working in laboratory environments with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans and test procedures for product qualification and validation.
• Proficiency in using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and other electrical measurement and diagnostic tools.
• Experience in test development, validation, and documentation of test results, including pass/fail criteria and test parameters.
• Strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills for mechanical structures and electrical components, connectors, and wiring/cabling.
• Familiarity with EMI and EMC testing practices and standards.
• Ability to interpret hardware documentation and wiring diagrams to set up and perform tests accurately.
• Basic software capabilities in Linux and Python to support system startup, control, and simple test-related scripts.
• Proficiency with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office and Word for technical writing and reporting.
• Experience in test engineering within an engineering or defense-related environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test plans based on product requirements and customer expectations, ensuring full coverage of mechanical and electrical performance criteria.
• Create detailed test procedures that define test methods, setups, equipment, parameters, and pass/fail criteria for product qualification.
• Conduct qualification tests methodically in lab environments, following established procedures and industry standards, including Mil-Std regulations where applicable.
• Test systems, components, connectors, and wiring/cabling for power and transmission (Ethernet, fiber, and power) to confirm they meet functional and reliability requirements.
• Perform electro-mechanical testing, including environmental, electrical systems, power, and EMI testing, both in power test labs and external test facilities.
• Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes and other electrical and environmental test instruments to execute and monitor tests accurately.
• Analyze and interpret test results to identify requirement failures, performance issues, and root causes that may require product design changes.
• Document test outcomes thoroughly, including test procedures, test instructions, data, pass/fail results, parameters, and recommendations in clear technical reports.
• Identify and specify the necessary test equipment and tools required to thoroughly test products and support new test initiatives.
• Formulate effective regression test efforts following product design changes to ensure ongoing compliance with requirements.
• Estimate the budget, scope, and schedule for proposed qualification test efforts, providing input into project planning and resource needs.
• Perform hands-on lab work, including opening cabinets, inspecting systems, and troubleshooting electro-mechanical issues during testing.
• Prepare product reports and documentation that support qualification approvals and customer reviews.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and hardware documentation to set up tests correctly and validate electrical and mechanical configurations.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to communicate test findings, recommend design improvements, and support validation activities.
• Engage in continuous learning to develop new testing methods, improve existing procedures, and stay current with relevant standards and technologies.

Skills

15+ years experience in test eng

Hands-on power testing

Test plan development

Oscilloscopes and test instruments

EMI/EMC testing

Linux and Python basics

Microsoft Office and Word

Education

Electrical/Computer/Mechanical engineering degree

Senior testing tech with associate degree considered

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Microsoft Office

Job description

Actalent in Burnsville, MN is seeking a Test Engineer to perform end-to-end test activities across product qualification, focusing on electro-mechanical testing in environmental, electrical systems, power, and EMI domains. You will develop test plans and procedures, conduct lab-based qualification tests, analyze results, and document findings to support customer reviews and qualification approvals.

This on-site role combines hands-on testing with data reporting in a defense-related engineering