Test Development Engineer

Job Title: Test Development EngineerJob Description

The Test Development Engineer designs, develops, and maintains test equipment and test plans that support manufacturing and operations for both existing and new products. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, efficient, and accurate testing, while providing hands-on technical support and driving continuous improvement in test strategies and equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Design and debug test equipment used in manufacturing and operations to ensure reliable and efficient product testing.

• Develop comprehensive test plans and test equipment for existing and new products using inputs from design and hardware engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing engineering, validation engineering, and product management.

• Maintain and improve current production test equipment to ensure consistent performance and uptime.

• Support new test equipment strategies for new products in partnership with manufacturing engineering and other stakeholders.

• Provide technical support to quality, manufacturing, and engineering teams on a wide variety of test-related tasks and issues.

• Create and maintain clear, accurate documentation for both existing and newly developed test equipment and fixtures.

• Conduct preventive maintenance on test equipment and fixtures to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

• Perform soldering, wiring, and setup of test equipment and fixtures to enhance test coverage and reduce false failures.

• Execute test plans on new and existing test fixtures and document results as required.

• Troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, and analog circuits at the component level to identify root cause and implement corrective actions.

• Use electronic test tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and frequency counters to validate performance and resolve issues.

• Interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and procedures to support test development and troubleshooting.

• Communicate effectively with the quality assurance group and other stakeholders to drive test process and equipment improvements.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to build effective working relationships and solve complex technical problems.

• Continuously seek opportunities for personal development and contribute to the ongoing growth of the engineering and manufacturing teams.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in test development, test engineering, or a closely related electrical engineering role.

• Hands-on experience with component-level troubleshooting of analog circuits.

• Proficiency with LabVIEW for test development, execution, or automation.

• Ability to design, debug, and maintain test equipment and test fixtures for manufacturing environments.

• Strong troubleshooting skills using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and frequency counters.

• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical procedures.

• Experience executing test plans on new and existing test fixtures and documenting results.

• Ability to perform soldering, wiring, and setup of test equipment and fixtures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a cross-functional team.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and engineering stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience developing test plans and equipment based on inputs from design, hardware engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing engineering, validation engineering, and product management.

• Familiarity with validation processes and validation engineering practices.

• Experience maintaining detailed documentation for test equipment, fixtures, and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and influence cross-functional teams.

• Self-motivated mindset with a strong desire for continuous learning and professional growth.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Comfort working on a variety of technical tasks, from preventive maintenance to complex test system debugging.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment where test equipment and fixtures support the production of products used in everyday life. You will work hands-on with electronic test instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and frequency counters, as well as with test fixtures and LabVIEW-based test systems. The position involves close collaboration with design, hardware, quality, manufacturing, and validation engineering teams, offering strong opportunities for career growth and skill development within a structured and process-oriented setting. The environment emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with a professional atmosphere that supports both independent work and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Derry, NH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $115000.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Derry,NH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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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