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Job Title: Test EngineerJob Description

In this role, you will be responsible for creating comprehensive test plans and collaborating with the test technology team to ensure the proper setup of enclosures and battery devices with sensors. As the test execution phase approaches, you will join the team onsite to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

+ Understand product risks and collaborate with design and modeling teams to create detailed test plans.

+ Own test planning activities such as sensor instrumentation and data acquisition while coordinating with program managers and technicians in build and test teams.

+ Conduct tests safely and ensure they adhere to the design intent and failure modes.

+ Analyze thermal and electrical data, review video footage, and present test results to stakeholders.

+ Implement and execute ideas to enhance the efficiency and quality of energy product thermal testing.

+ Interpret regulations and adjust test setups and results accordingly.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency with sensors including temperature, pressure, heat flux, voltage, and current.

+ Experience with data acquisition tools, with a preference for LabVIEW.

+ Strong skills in data analysis using Matlab or Python.

+ 5+ years of experience in grid-scale energy compliance and thermal testing.

+ Hands-on experience with physical assembly, electrical wiring, and troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ A degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on physics and heat transfer. A master's or PhD is preferred.

+ Ability to manage multiple concurrent activities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

+ Experience with data analysis tools, preferably Matlab or Python.

Work Environment

This position includes up to 25% travel to test sites, primarily near Reno. The work environment is dynamic and requires adaptability to a rapidly changing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, California.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.

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