Job Title: Manufacturing Test Engineer Motors and ActuatorsJob DescriptionThis role focuses on designing, developing, and executing manufacturing test programs for electric motors, actuators, and their subsystems to ensure high-quality, reliable products. As an experienced Manufacturing Test Engineer, you will work closely with Design, Development, and Manufacturing engineering teams to build full functional and end-of-line tests, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions. This is an individual contributor position with high internal visibility, where you will take ownership of test solutions from concept through implementation and continuous improvement.Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement test programs for electric motors, actuators, and subsystems such as stators, rotors, gearboxes, encoders, and motor drives that comply with industry standards and product requirements.
- Create and maintain full functional and end-of-line tests, including resistance, inductance, back-EMF, hipot, insulation resistance, torque-speed, efficiency, backlash, and encoder calibration measurements.
- Collaborate closely with Design, Development, and Manufacturing engineering teams to integrate test programs into production processes and resolve design or production issues discovered during testing.
- Perform detailed root cause analysis on failed components and subsystems to identify underlying design, process, or production issues impacting product performance or reliability.
- Develop and implement effective corrective actions in partnership with relevant engineering teams to prevent repeat failures and improve product robustness.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts using languages such as Python, Go, or C++ to increase test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency.
- Use containerized or otherwise controlled test environments to ensure test results are consistent, reproducible, and easy to validate across different stations and facilities.
- Manage test code in version control systems such as Git, including branching, merging, code reviews, and collaboration with other team members to maintain high-quality test software.
- Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement, and provide clear, data-driven recommendations to engineering and production teams.
- Design, develop, and maintain test equipment and fixtures, including dynamometers, load stands, and test benches, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and aligned with test requirements.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize test programs, reduce test cycle times, improve throughput, and enhance overall product quality.
- Document test procedures, test plans, and test results clearly and accurately to support traceability, audits, and knowledge sharing within the organization.
- Support commissioning and troubleshooting of test stations on the manufacturing floor, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth integration into production.
- Prioritize tasks effectively, manage multiple projects in parallel, and work with minimal supervision while meeting project deadlines and quality expectations.
Essential Skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong, demonstrated experience working with electric motors such as BLDC and PMSM, motor drives, or power electronics in a development, test, or manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with electrical and electromechanical test equipment, including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power analyzers, hipot testers, dynamometers, and torque sensors.
- Experience with data acquisition systems and test automation frameworks, using programming languages such as Python, Go, or C++.
- Experience managing test code with version control tools such as Git, including collaborative workflows.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work through complex technical issues systematically and effectively.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work productively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively prioritizing work to meet project and production deadlines.
- Comfort working around heavy machinery or powered industrial equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or conveyors, in a manufacturing environment.
- Comfort working with electrical systems or high-voltage equipment in a controlled and safe manner.
- Ability to safely work in environments where autonomous robots or automated guided vehicles operate.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Electromechanical or electrical design experience, particularly related to motors, actuators, or power electronics, is a strong plus.
- Experience designing or maintaining test fixtures, dynamometers, and load stands is beneficial.
- Familiarity with containerized test environments or other controlled deployment methods for test software is advantageous.
- Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in test engineering or manufacturing environments is preferred.
- Experience working with complex industrial or automotive systems is helpful.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications is an asset.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing and test environment that includes heavy machinery and powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors, and other material-handling systems. You will work regularly with electrical systems and high-voltage equipment, following established safety procedures and using appropriate protective measures. The facility may include areas where autonomous robots or automated guided vehicles operate, requiring situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols. The work involves hands-on interaction with test benches, dynamometers, load stands, and other specialized test equipment, as well as time spent at computer workstations developing test software and analyzing data. You can expect a mix of laboratory-style test areas and production-floor settings, with a focus on precision, safety, and collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90.00 - $110.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bellevue,WA.About Actalent
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