Test Development Engineer

Job Title: Test Development Engineer

Job Description

The Test Development Engineer role sits at the intersection of hardware and software, focusing on the design and implementation of functional and system-level test strategies for products in Aerospace & Defense, Health Tech, Smart Energy, and Industrial segments. You will develop complete test solutions, deliver them to global production sites, and support local engineering teams during product launches. This is a project-based position within a structured team environment, where you collaborate closely with experienced engineers and technicians in a dedicated test development lab. The role is client-facing and offers the opportunity to grow into a project lead position within two to three years. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who proactively drives development activities while contributing to overall team and project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop production test strategies based on detailed product design specifications.
• Lead the design and development of comprehensive test solutions, including both hardware and software components.
• Participate in all phases of test solution development, including test planning, software development, hardware design, system integration, procurement, qualification, and installation support.
• Provide development support for multiple global production facilities and coordinate with local engineering teams during product launches.
• Optimize test processes to improve test cycle time, throughput, and yield.
• Analyze test and production data to identify trends and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Integrate tools, libraries, and code from internal engineering teams and external customers into test solutions.
• Debug test solutions using design of experiments techniques and failure analysis methodologies to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Review and validate technical documentation such as test plans, schematics, PFMEA, and qualification reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Act as a liaison between customers, program managers, and technical teams to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment on test strategy.
• Apply continuous improvement principles throughout the development lifecycle to enhance test robustness, maintainability, and scalability.
• Coordinate with vendors on test equipment and technical items, ensuring proper specification, procurement, and integration.
• Provide technical leadership on engineering projects, guiding test architecture decisions and mentoring team members as needed.
• Support occasional travel and flexible work schedules to provide on-site assistance at global production locations.

Essential Skills

• Several years of hands-on test engineering development experience focused on designing and implementing test solutions rather than only production support.
• 5+ years of experience in full solution development using National Instruments LabVIEW, including architecture, implementation, and maintenance.
• Expert-level LabVIEW development skills, with strong proficiency in creating robust, modular, and scalable test applications.
• Experience with test instrumentation, automation, and device driver development for automated test systems.
• Proven ability to design and architect test solutions based on system-level requirements and product design specifications.
• Experience in hardware test system design and integration, including selection and configuration of instruments and interfaces.
• Demonstrated capability in building, debugging, validating, and qualifying test equipment and complete test systems.
• Experience in a technical leadership role on engineering projects, providing direction on test strategy and solution design.
• Customer-facing experience gathering technical requirements and providing clear, actionable technical guidance.
• Experience interacting with vendors on technical topics, including test equipment specification, procurement, and coordination.
• Strong skills in instrumentation automation and driver development to enable reliable, repeatable test sequences.
• Ability to act as a liaison between multiple stakeholders, including customers, program managers, and technical teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• RF testing experience, particularly in environments requiring specialized RF instrumentation and measurement techniques.
• Experience in manufacturing operations, with electronics manufacturing experience considered a strong plus.
• Experience creating schematics using Altium or similar electronic design tools.
• Programming experience in additional languages such as Python, C++, C#, or .NET is considered a bonus and can enhance test solution flexibility.
• Familiarity with failure analysis methodologies and design of experiments approaches for troubleshooting complex test and product issues.
• Experience working in or supporting automated test systems development within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter while aligning with structured project processes and team objectives.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite in a dedicated test development lab with regular client-facing exposure and interaction with multiple internal and external teams. You will work in a lab environment assembling test fixtures, instrument racks, wiring, and PCB assemblies, alongside an office setting that includes extended periods of sitting and computer work. The position involves frequent manual movements such as data entry, mouse use, and calculator operation. You will have exposure to manufacturing areas and production environments, collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams. The organization offers an innovative and collaborative culture that values integrity and inclusion, with opportunities to grow across diverse technologies and global locations, supported by competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to health, safety, and professional development.

This is a Contract position based out of Newmarket, ON.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/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.

This is a Contract position based out of Newmarket, ON.

This is a fully onsite position in Newmarket,ON.

À propos d'Actalent

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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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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