• Manual Test Engineer

    Actalent (North Reading, MA)


    Job Title: Manual Test Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a Manual Test Engineer to play a crucial role in validating essential components within our robotic platforms, specifically focusing on embedded compute devices and camera systems. This hands-on position involves writing and executing test plans, working directly with hardware in a lab setting, and ensuring the high-quality performance and reliability of our robotic devices. The role also emphasizes requirements traceability, requiring close collaboration with tools such as DOORS or Polarion to ensure comprehensive test coverage and alignment with system specifications.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and execute manual test cases for robotic subsystems such as embedded compute units and camera modules.

    + Operate and validate hardware in a lab environment, ensuring devices perform according to system specifications.

    + Use requirements management tools (DOORS or Polarion) for traceability, test documentation, and coverage tracking.

    + Document findings and write professional test reports and defect summaries.

    + Collaborate with hardware, software, and integration teams to debug issues and iterate on solutions.

    + Use basic Python scripting to aid in testing and data collection, with shell scripting as a plus.

    + Contribute to test process improvements and subsystem-level test frameworks.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of experience in manual testing, particularly with embedded systems or hardware-based products.

    + Strong ability to write clear, structured test cases and detailed professional reports.

    + Experience working directly with hardware components such as cameras and embedded compute platforms.

    + Hands-on experience with requirements traceability tools like DOORS or Polarion.

    + Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

    + Comfortable working in active lab environments with moderate background noise.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Scripting experience with Python.

    + Familiarity with shell scripting (Bash or similar) is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is an active lab setting that involves direct interaction with hardware and moderate background noise. This position requires an organized individual capable of managing work independently in a fast-paced setting.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/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 North Reading,MA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.