Test EngineerJob DescriptionThe Approvals Test Engineer is part of the Engineering Approvals Team and assists with the ongoing work required to obtain and maintain product compliance with the required industry regulations. This role will perform detailed product analysis, hands-on product testing, and test development to verify compliance. You will interface with regulatory agencies to create and prepare the submission materials to acquire certification.Responsibilities
Interpret and apply applicable safety and/or performance standards.
Participate in sustaining and new product development teams to capture and document global hazardous location and performance requirements.
Develop test and certification strategies to meet those requirements.
Create test plans, oversee and interpret the test results in compliance with company and industry standards and policies.
Prepare technical justifications and technical documents to demonstrate compliance with applicable standards.
Interface directly with third-party certification agencies and manage projects with them.
Write and execute test protocols in accordance with approval standards and procedures, record results, and write test reports.
Essential Skills
Test engineering
Product testing
Requirements analysis
Validation
Test plan creation
Product testing and verification
Full system testing
Reading and interpreting requirements
Interpreting data
Test equipment usage
Electrical testing
Test development
Requirements gathering
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate degree in a related field required; BSEE or CS preferred
At least 2-3 years of experience in formal verification and/or validation product testing and requirements
At least 1 year of experience in standards-based testing, including environmental testing
Understand design requirements and apply that knowledge in the evaluation of a product via technical analysis and/or testing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly present data and articulate test results to agencies and internal working groups
Good organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at once
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar highly preferred
Experience with sustaining and new product development projects, and strong working knowledge of product development processes, particularly verification and validation testing
Previous experience in the design and certification of products used in hazardous locations, including performance certifications
Experience with hazardous location and/or performance standards (FM, CSA, ATEX, IECEx)
Work EnvironmentThis role requires working on-site. The position offers a long-term role with two weeks of PTO and holidays scheduled according to company policy.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.00 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Feb 4, 2025.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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
