Job Title: Sr. Test Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Test Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team focused on developing next-generation stretchable circuit technology. This role involves owning the full test lifecycle, from designing test plans and building fixtures to running tests and analyzing data to validate the performance of proprietary circuits under mechanical stress and electrical load. The position offers autonomy and requires a hands-on, proactive approach to building test setups from scratch.

ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute test plans for stretchable circuits, with a focus on electrical performance under mechanical deformation.Build or specify test fixtures and setups, both mechanical and electrical.Set up and operate electrical measurement systems, including digital multimeters, data acquisition systems, 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 Skills5-10+ years of experience 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.Experience with mechanical stress testing, including stretch, bend, torsion, abrasion, and impingement.Additional Skills & QualificationsBS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.Experience developing custom test solutions for hardware-based products.Experience with test data collection and analysis using programming languages, MATLAB, or Excel.Experience writing detailed test plans and reports.Bonus: Experience with long-term reliability or accelerated aging tests.Bonus: Experience with stretchable or elastic materials.Work Environment

The work environment is small and agile, with the Test Engineer collaborating closely with mechanical and electrical engineers. The team values autonomy, seeking someone who can take ownership of their work, ask smart questions, and drive the test process independently. The role involves high-impact work directly contributing to critical milestones that determine the performance and validation of core technology. The company is pushing the boundaries of flexible electronics, providing an innovative and fast-moving environment with potential for long-term 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 14, 2025.

About Actalent

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