Test Lead

Actalent; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Test Lead to oversee a manual software testing team and guide 4–5 test engineers in a hardware/software integration lab in Plymouth, MN. The role combines hands-on testing with leadership in a regulated environment, focusing on systems integration testing and test protocol refinement.

The candidate will review procedures, ensure proper documentation, and utilize Azure DevOps Test Runner for manual testing.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of manual testing in regulated electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience mentoring test engineers.
• Proficiency with manual testing tools such as Azure Test Runner.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide work direction and guidance to the manual software test team.
• Hands-on testing in the integration lab.
• First-line support for test engineers.
• Review and adjust test protocols and procedures.
• Document test findings in a regulated environment.
• Utilize Microsoft Azure DevOps test tool, Test Runner, for manual testing.

Skills

Manual testing

FDA/Med Device experience

Mentoring

Azure Test Runner

Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Test Runner

Job description

Job Title: Test LeadJob Description

The Test Lead will play a crucial role in overseeing the manual software testing team and ensuring the seamless integration of complex medical capital equipment and imaging computer systems. This individual will be fully immersed in the project prior to the onboarding of test execution individuals. As a 'player/coach', the Test Lead will provide hands‑on support in the integration lab while guiding a team of 4-5 test engineers. The role involves reviewing and adjusting existing test protocols and procedures, which have already been developed, to ensure readiness for testing. This position focuses on systems integration testing, primarily through manual software testing, in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide work direction and guidance to the manual software test team.
• Engage in hands‑on testing in the integration lab.
• Serve as the first line of support for test engineers.
• Review and adjust test protocols and procedures as necessary.
• Ensure documentation of test findings in a regulated environment.
• Utilize Microsoft Azure DevOps test tool, Test Runner, for manual testing.

Essential Skills

• 6+ years of experience in manual testing of electro‑mechanical systems in a regulated environment, preferably FDA/Med Device.
• Experience mentoring engineers and providing work direction.
• Proficiency with manual software tools such as Azure Test Runner.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to lead systems integration test efforts.
• Experience with software test procedures and test equipment.
• Familiarity with black box testing and test execution.

Work Environment

The role is based in a hardware/software integration lab setting. The position requires being in the office most days with some flexibility available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plymouth, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MN.

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 through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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