Test Engineer
Actalent • Tucson, Arizona, United States
Salary: $30.00 - $30.00/hr
Role & seniority: Test Engineer (contract); 2–4 years of software testing/validation experience preferred.
Stack/tools: Linux; CAD; schematics/blueprints; databases; software testing and validation tools; reporting through technical drawings, reports, and documentation.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design sampling procedures and record/evaluate quality and reliability data.
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Establish programs to verify precision/accuracy of production and testing equipment and facilities.
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Develop training materials and conduct training on quality control activities; specialize in areas such as design quality, process control, product evaluation, and metrology.
Must-have skills
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Engineering degree (Bachelor’s).
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Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
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Analytical, problem-solving, and strong communication skills.
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Experience with CAD and related engineering software; familiarity with Linux, software testing, networking, and databases.
Nice-to-haves
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Experience across quality control domains (incoming material, reliability, metrology, automated testing, R&D software).
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Experience in training or developing QA processes and documentation.
Location & work type: Fully onsite contract role in Tucson, AZ. Pay: $30/hour. Benefits may apply per program terms.
Full Description
Job Title: Test Engineer
Job Description
The primary role of a Test Engineer is to research and test the design, functionality, and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes, while developing quality standards. This role requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints and evaluate product integrity and standards.
Responsibilities
Devise sampling procedures and design and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data. Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities. Write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities. Specialize in areas of quality control engineering such as design, incoming material, process control, product evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software research and development, and administrative application.
Essential Skills
Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability. Team player and detail-oriented. Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports. Previous experience with computer applications and software related to the engineering field such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering required. 2-4 years of experience in software testing, validation, Linux, schematics, networking, and databases.
Work Environment
The work environment includes working with technologies such as software testing and validation tools, Linux systems, and networking equipment. The role requires the ability to work with schematics and databases. Dress code and other specifics about the facility conditions are not specified.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Tucson, AZ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Tucson,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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.
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.