Automation Test Engineer

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We are seeking a dedicated manufacturing testing specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for strictly adhering to procedures and protocols for testing of solar inverters, converters, and variable frequency drives including power drive modules, basic drive modules, and medium voltage AC and DC drives. This role involves executing functional testing, developing test labs, and establishing test procedure requirements.

Additionally, the manufacturing testing specialist will ensure compliance with the company’s quality policy and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.

• Drive a zero test defect culture.
• Independently troubleshoot equipment and identify solutions by applying technical expertise and product knowledge.
• Perform full functional testing including insulation and Hi-Pot testing, I/O verification, cooling system functionality, and performance testing.
• Drive daily continuous improvement in productivity and product quality by identifying manufacturing issues, developing cost‑effective solutions, and overseeing successful implementation into production.
• Participate in the development of processes to ensure manufacturability of equipment, product quality, and successful test execution.
• Develop test plans for inverters and other electrical equipment including identification of required test equipment.
• Prepare and develop routine test reports utilizing engineering test templates.
• Develop and communicate the test design requirements to Engineering to drive improvement.
• Ensure proper set up and dismantling of equipment by understanding LOTO process per EHS requirements.
• Provide test documentation for approval by manufacturing and engineering management.
• Lead customer witness factory acceptance testing.
• Participate in third party certification testing.
• Develop reports to capture lessons learned and track first pass yield data and provide to manufacturing and engineering leadership.
• Align test methods with respective IEC and UL standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in equipment testing.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment manufacturing and exposure to quality, engineering, lean/5S, testing or engineering processes.
• Analytical skillset and systematic approach to problem solving.

• Electrical expertise.
• Ability to troubleshoot and handle test equipment.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm. However, flexibility is required as there might be occasions to report earlier or stay later.

This is a Contract position based out of Imperial, PA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 – $52.00 /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)

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.

Actalent 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.

Final date to receive applications:
January 4, 2026.