Sr. Test Engineer

Senior Test Engineer

Join a dynamic engineering team working on next-generation stretchable circuit technology in Portland, OR. This role involves owning the full test lifecycle to validate proprietary circuits under mechanical stress and electrical load. The position is a contract role with potential for long-term conversion, offering high-impact work in advanced flexible electronics and robotics.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute test plans for stretchable circuits focusing on electrical performance under mechanical deformation.
• Build or spec out test fixtures and setups for both mechanical and electrical testing.
• Set up and run electrical measurement systems, including digital multimeters, DAQs, and oscilloscopes.
• Analyze test data using Excel, Python, or MATLAB.
• Write clear reports and communicate findings to the broader engineering team.
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Help define and refine test infrastructure and processes.

Essential Skills:

• 5-10+ years in test engineering, validation, or similar roles.
• Strong experience with electronics lab equipment and mechanical testing tools.
• Ability to independently develop test plans and measurement systems.
• Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced R&D environment.
• Familiarity with SPI/I2C protocols and basic electrical principles, such as Ohm's law.
• Skilled in data analysis using Excel, Python, or MATLAB.
• Experience writing detailed test plans and reports.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• Experience with stretchable or elastic materials is a plus.
• Bonus experience with long-term reliability or accelerated aging tests.

Work Environment:

Work within a small, agile engineering team where autonomy and ownership are highly valued. The Test Engineer will collaborate closely with mechanical and electrical engineers, contributing to the advancement of flexible electronics. The team prioritizes speed and responsiveness, offering the chance to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced, startup-like setting. The role is closely tied to achieving critical milestones that influence funding and spin-out opportunities.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $51.00 - $75.00/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 Portland, OR.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.