Electrical Validation Engineer

Job Title

Electrical Engineering

Description

Electrical Engineering education, but not necessary to have been in a design role, can be test engineer/validation engineer etc. Can understand schematics/datasheets, trouble-shoot electrical issues. Proficient with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads. Experience working with thermal systems a major plus – coolant pumps, fans, 3 phase motor drivers, solenoid drivers, valves, compressors. Experience with high voltage / power electronics a plus. Experience with scripting, test automation a plus.

Skills

schematics, lab equipment, electrical validation, thermal, coolant, high voltage, power electronics, test automation

Top Skills Details

schematics, lab equipment, electrical validation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Electrical Engineering education, but not necessary to have been in a design role, can be test engineer/validation engineer etc. Can understand schematics/datasheets, trouble-shoot electrical issues. Proficient with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads. Experience working with thermal systems a major plus – coolant pumps, fans, 3 phase motor drivers, solenoid drivers, valves, compressors. Experience with high voltage / power electronics a plus. Experience with scripting, test automation a plus.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palo Alto, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Palo Alto,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

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.

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