Senior Engineering Test Leader

Protingent; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent Staffing is seeking an Engineering Test Manager to own and oversee a new engineering test facility, including setup, operation, and daily management in a regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on engineering expertise, leadership on test programs, and the ability to design, execute, and interpret experiments while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a hands on engineer, comfortable using tools and working directly with hardware and test setups.
• Experience in highly regulated industries is required.
• Must have acted as a lead investigator or technical lead on test programs or projects.
• Experience with pressurized systems, pressure vessels, piping, and related safety considerations.
• Instrumentation, measurements, and basic data acquisition concepts (integration, validation).
• Able to design experiments, execute them, and interpret results, not just oversee others.
• Quality Assurance is a major focus and requires understanding QA in regulated environments.
• BA in Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the engineering test facility including setup, operation, and daily oversight.
• Oversee the design, modification, and execution of test plans and experimental setups.
• Support engineering decisions through rigorous testing and clear communication of results.
• Lead and review test design reviews, proposals, and supporting paperwork.
• Manage paperwork and coordination for ELS/EHS compliance.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

QA principles

Communication

Leadership

Education

BA in Engineering or related field

Job description

Protingent Staffing is seeking an Engineering Test Manager to own and oversee a new engineering test facility, including setup, operation, and daily management in a regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on engineering expertise, leadership on test programs, and the ability to design, execute, and interpret experiments while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards.