Electrical Test Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Test Engineer

Location: Tempe, AZ 85284

Employment Type: W2 Contract – 6 Months with Possibility for Extensions

Pay Rate: $42.00–$45.00/hour – Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Work Model: Onsite

Shift: Day Shift

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C and C2H will not be considered.

Role Overview

BEPC is seeking a motivated Electrical Test Engineer to support our customer's engineering operations in Tempe, AZ. This position focuses on the design, integration, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electronic test equipment and electro-mechanical systems .

This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level Electrical Engineer with 1–2 years of experience , including relevant internships, co-ops, or laboratory experience, to gain hands-on exposure to electrical testing, instrumentation, system integration and engineering automation.

The successful candidate will work with electrical systems, test equipment, data acquisition hardware, and software-based engineering tools to support system verification, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical engineering, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and an interest in using LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, or similar software tools to improve testing and system performance.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Engineering & System Testing

• Support the design, integration, commissioning, and maintenance of electronic test equipment, electrical systems, and control systems .
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting of electrical and electro-mechanical systems to identify and resolve hardware- and software-related issues.
• Support system integration, verification, and validation testing activities.
• Read, interpret, modify, and redline electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation .
• Assist with configuring and maintaining electrical instrumentation, sensors, controls, and communication interfaces.
• Support testing of electrical components, circuits, and integrated systems to ensure proper functionality.
• Identify system performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to resolve technical challenges and improve testing processes.

Test Equipment & Instrumentation

• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot electronic test and measurement equipment.
• Support data acquisition systems, instrumentation hardware, and electrical control interfaces .
• Assist with integrating sensors, relays, power supplies, and communication systems into test setups.
• Support testing activities involving AC/DC electrical systems and electro-mechanical equipment .
• Monitor test equipment performance and troubleshoot issues affecting system reliability.
• Assist with equipment setup, calibration support, and test system maintenance.

Software, Automation & Data Analysis

• Develop, modify, or maintain software tools used for test automation, data acquisition and system control .
• Support engineering activities involving software-based testing and automation tools.
• Assist with integrating software and hardware components to improve test efficiency.
• Analyze engineering test data, document findings and communicate results.
• Support troubleshooting of software-related issues affecting electrical test systems.
• Maintain configuration control of engineering software, test procedures and technical documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve testing accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency.

Documentation & Engineering Collaboration

• Prepare and update technical documentation, test procedures, and engineering records.
• Document test results, troubleshooting activities, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration and testing.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers while developing technical independence.
• Communicate engineering findings, technical concerns, and improvement recommendations clearly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 1–2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience , including internships, co-ops, academic laboratory projects, or test engineering experience.
• Fundamental understanding of electrical circuits, electronic systems, and electro-mechanical equipment .
• Ability to read, interpret, and update electrical schematics and wiring diagrams .
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to investigate electrical or system performance issues and identify potential root causes.
• Interest in working with electronic test equipment, instrumentation, and engineering software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers and cross-functional technical teams.
• Willingness to learn new engineering tools, testing procedures, and automation technologies.
• Ability to work onsite in Tempe, AZ during the day shift.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with electrical test and control systems , including:
• National Instruments cRIO and PXI
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Analog and Digital Input/Output ( AIO/DIO )
• GPIB, RS-422, and CAN communication interfaces
• AC/DC power supplies, relays, sensors, and control systems
• Familiarity with test and measurement equipment , including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems.
• Exposure to engineering software and automation tools such as:
• NI LabVIEW
• NI VeriStand
• MATLAB and Simulink
• Python
• Ladder Logic
• Arduino
• Experience supporting test automation, instrumentation, system integration, or electrical validation activities .
• Previous internship, co-op, academic project, or laboratory experience involving electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, test procedures, and configuration management.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on engineering position supporting electrical testing, equipment integration, and troubleshooting activities.

Candidates should be comfortable:

• Working with electronic test equipment and electro-mechanical systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Performing hands-on testing and troubleshooting.
• Using engineering software and data acquisition tools.
• Documenting technical results and communicating findings.
• Collaborating with senior engineers and technical teams.

Prescreening Questions

Candidates should include brief answers to the following questions at the top of their resume :

1. Electrical Testing & Troubleshooting Experience

Tell us about a project where you were responsible for testing, troubleshooting, or integrating an electrical or electro-mechanical system. What was your role, what challenges did you encounter, and how did you resolve them?

2. Engineering Software & Programming Experience

Describe your experience using software or programming tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, Simulink, or similar tools in an engineering environment. How did the software support the project or testing effort?

3. Electrical Troubleshooting Approach

Walk us through how you would approach diagnosing an electrical system or test setup that is not performing as expected. What steps would you take to identify the root cause?

Relevant examples from internships, co-ops, academic projects, and laboratory experience are welcome.

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

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