Test Engineer

Job Title: Test Engineer

Job Description

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.

Work Environment

Join a team of 8 full-time engineers and 2 contractors, all reporting to the director. Work in a modern workspace that supports a growing and established organization with low attrition and the ability to fund development.

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

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Collins,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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.

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