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Actalent • Costa Mesa, California, United States
Role & seniority: Test Automation Engineer / Electrical Engineer (contract) based in Costa Mesa, CA; onsite.
Stack/tools: Electrical engineering fundamentals; schematic capture and PCB design (Altium); 8+ layer PCBs; programming/scripting (LabVIEW, Python, C++); hardware testing tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
Design and deliver test systems for electronic products; define/execute test plans for new products/features.
Develop requirements from scratch; design multi-layer PCBs; identify gaps in test coverage.
Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams; perform hands-on testing and rework of PCBA/electrical components; design/implement next-generation test automation hardware.
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals; experience with schematic capture, PCB design, and circuit analysis.
Proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, or C++; experience in test automation and test-plan development.
Familiarity with hardware testing tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Altium experience; ability to develop 8+ layer PCBs across product lifecycle.
Experience managing product lifecycles (requirements, design, build, integration, deployment); willingness to expand software scripting.
Job Title: Test Automation Engineer / Electrical Engineer
Job Description
The Test Automation Engineer / Electrical Engineer will design and deliver advanced test systems for electronic products. This role involves developing requirements from scratch, designing multi-layer PCBs, and identifying gaps in test coverage. The engineer will also design and execute test plans for new products and features, collaborating with software, firmware, and hardware design teams. Additionally, the role includes the design and implementation of next-generation test automation hardware systems for efficient and repeatable testing.
Responsibilities
Design and deliver test systems for electronic products. Develop requirements and design multi-layer PCBs. Identify and address gaps in test coverage. Define and execute test plans for new products and features. Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware design teams. Design and execute hands-on testing and rework of PCBA and electrical components. Implement next-generation test automation hardware systems.
Essential Skills
Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals. Experience with schematic capture, PCB design, and circuit analysis. Proficiency in programming/scripting with Labview, Python, or C++. Experience with test automation and test plan development. Familiarity with hardware testing tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout using Altium. Capability to develop 8+ layer PCBs through the entire product lifecycle. Experience in managing product lifecycles including requirements, design, build, integration, and deployment. Willingness to learn software development, particularly scripting with Labview and/or Python.
Work Environment
The role supports Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and involves collaborating with a team of 65 test engineers. The position supports programs like Roadrunner, Ghost, Anvil, and Fury, offering a unique opportunity to work on state-of-the-art technology in the defense industry. The environment encourages collaboration across various engineering domains, including mechanical, firmware, and software.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $90.00/hr.
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 Costa Mesa,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.