Senior Test & Validation Engineer

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to drive cooling systems testing, including functional, performance, and reliability assessments for air, liquid, immersion, and two‑phase cooling options. You will design test plans, set up equipment, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product requirements are met.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in hardware testing, heat transfer expertise, hands‑on use of DAQ systems, and clear communication of results to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cooling systems and hardware testing, system integration testing, or related field.
• Strong troubleshooting and detail-oriented analytical skills.
• Ability to document and communicate complex technical issues clearly in both written and verbal form.
• Hands-on experience with server hardware installation, test instrumentation (e.g., sensors, DAQ systems), and test automation tools.
• Solid knowledge of heat transfer, thermal analysis, and immersion or liquid cooling concepts.
• Ability to wear PPE and perform hands-on work; welding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for cooling systems based on requirements and standards.
• Set up test equipment and execute functional, performance, stress, and reliability tests.
• Troubleshoot issues and streamline test procedures to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Analyze test results, identify deviations and trends, and prepare clear test reports for stakeholders.
• Communicate test status, risks, and issues with managers, customers, design partners, vendors, and others.
• Support lab operations including setup, calibration, safety, and maintenance of test equipment and benches.

Skills

Cooling Systems Testing

Test Instrumentation

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

Troubleshooting

Hands-On Fabrication

Welding Experience

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Thermal Engineering

Physics

Tools

DAQ Systems

Test Equipment

Calibration Tools

Safety Equipment

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

• Work with cross‑functional teams to develop test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for cooling systems (e.g., air, liquid, immersion, and two‑phase solutions) based on product requirements and industry standards.
• Set up test equipment and execute functional, performance, stress, and reliability tests.
• Troubleshoot issues uncovered during testing and streamline test procedures to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Analyze test results, identify deviations and trends, and prepare clear test reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate proactively with managers, customers, design partners, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding test status, risks, and issues.
• Support lab operations, including setup, calibration, safety, and maintenance of test equipment and test benches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cooling systems and hardware testing, system integration testing, or a closely related field.
• Strong critical‑thinking and troubleshooting skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to document, analyze, and communicate complex technical issues clearly in both written and verbal form.
• Hands‑on experience with server hardware installation, test instrumentation (e.g., sensors, DAQ systems), and test automation tools.
• Solid knowledge of heat transfer, thermal analysis, and immersion or liquid cooling concepts.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses, nitrile gloves, work gloves, steel‑toed boots, and lab coats.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and perform hands‑on work such as fastening bolts and nuts, drilling, cutting, and basic fabrication; welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time during testing and to work safely around running equipment and fluids.
• Highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in both independent and collaborative team environments.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in cooling systems testing, including functional and performance evaluations, while effectively communicating complex technical issues to diverse stakeholders. Proficient in hands‑on testing and troubleshooting, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency in lab operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Cooling Systems Testing
• Test Instrumentation
• Heat Transfer Knowledge
• Critical Thinking
• Troubleshooting Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Test Plan Development
• System Integration Testing
• Thermal Analysis
• Test Automation Tools
• Data Analysis
• Functional Testing
• Performance Testing
• Reliability Testing
• Hands-On Fabrication
• Welding Experience

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Clear Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Motivation
• Problem Solving

Industry Keywords

• Cooling Solutions
• Thermal Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Product Requirements

Tools & Technologies

• DAQ Systems
• Test Equipment
• Calibration Tools
• Safety Equipment
• Basic Hand Tools