Test Engineer

Test Engineer

Design, develop, and execute test plans for mechanical and hydraulic components and systems. Conduct development testing including performance, endurance, and environmental validation. Operate and maintain vibration chambers and other environmental test equipment. Perform high-pressure hydraulic testing with a focus on safety and precision. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to refine test procedures and ensure product reliability. Analyze test data and prepare comprehensive technical reports and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute test plans for mechanical and hydraulic components and systems.
• Conduct development testing, including performance, endurance, and environmental validation.
• Operate and maintain vibration chambers and other environmental test equipment.
• Perform high-pressure hydraulic testing with a focus on safety and precision.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to refine test procedures and ensure product reliability.
• Analyze test data and prepare comprehensive technical reports and documentation.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with hydraulic systems, particularly high-pressure applications.
• Proficiency in test engineering and lab instrumentation.
• Ability to design and execute tests for validation.
• Experience in vibration and endurance testing using environmental testing setups.
• Skill in data collection, validation, and lab testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Skilled in operating lab instruments, maintaining test setups, and ensuring safety protocols.
• Capable of creating custom test procedures and fixtures tailored to specific engineering needs.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/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 Fort Collins, CO.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.