• Test Technician

    Actalent (Minneapolis, MN)


    Job Title: Test Technician

    Job Description

    As a Test Technician, you will play a critical role in inspecting and testing equipment. You will collaborate with engineers, assemblers, and management to ensure successful testing and troubleshooting, while maintaining accurate records of equipment and project status reports.

    Responsibilities

    + Set up, test, and troubleshoot NEMA low and medium voltage switchgear, ATSs, circuit breakers, protective relays, and control systems.

    + Provide internal technical support to manufacturing, engineering, and field service teams.

    + Troubleshoot and assist in the configuration of control systems utilizing PLC/HMI control platforms.

    + Perform product testing, document results, and report findings.

    + Assist with redline drawing updates.

    + Develop and maintain effective working relationships with manufacturers and vendor representatives.

    + Project a positive, professional image in all communications with customers, vendors, and suppliers.

    + Stay current with product updates, equipment and technology, code changes, personal certifications, and training.

    + Develop and deliver training on client applications.

    + Support Factory Witness Testing with customers and suppliers.

    + Ensure equipment is safe to use, calibrated, and properly configured.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience or education in the electrical equipment industry and electrical equipment testing and troubleshooting.

    + Ability to learn or experience with programming PLCs and HMIs.

    + Understanding of 3-phase power systems, including power distribution, AC/DC, Voltage Circuit Theory, generators, circuit protection, and practical troubleshooting skills.

    + Training in electrical theory and technologies.

    + Understanding of low voltage and/or medium voltage electrical equipment.

    + Diesel Power generation-related controls and experience, including parallel systems.

    + Experience in electrical power, including low voltage and medium voltage, and experience with most types of switchgear testing.

    + Reading schematics and blueprints for power, control, automation, engineering, and customer technical support.

    + Superior problem-solving, project management, and analytical skills.

    + Ability to work safely and diligently in a semi-autonomous environment.

    + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with automation, electrical troubleshooting, schematic testing, switchgear, low voltage, medium voltage, mechanical wiring.

    Work Environment

    This is an onsite position based in the Twin Cities north metro area. You will be working within a company that combines the stability of a well-established organization with the energy of a startup. The role offers opportunities for growth, innovation, and making a lasting impact.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

     

    Benefits  PTO/ESST  Paid holidays  $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance  Paid Weekly  Vision and Dental Insurance  401K / Life Insurance / STD

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.