Job Title: Electronic Test Engineer

Job Description

Join a pioneering R&D organization as an Electronic Test Engineer and play a crucial role in the development of a next-generation robotic platform that is set to transform the future of healthcare. This position involves working on complex electro-mechanical assemblies, contributing from prototype to verification builds within a regulated medical device development environment. Ideal for a hands-on engineer, this role demands proficiency in testing electronic printed circuit boards, debugging issues, performing soldering, mechanical reworks, constructing prototype cables, and updating eCAD part libraries.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the creation and refinement of test cases and environments.
• Execute PCB tests for design verification and characterization.
• Perform soldering reworks for prototype updates and test point harnessing.
• Debug electronic issues and determine root causes.
• Construct cables and harnesses for test fixtures and prototypes.
• Support repairs and updates to existing prototype robotic systems.
• Support documentation in accordance with EVR quality systems.
• Maintain and update eCAD part libraries.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical engineering and hands-on testing experience.
• Experience with electronic equipment such as oscilloscopes and digital voltmeters.
• Skills in soldering, troubleshooting, and test documentation.
• Experience with PCB rework, electronic testing, and debug.
• Knowledge of digital communication protocols like SPI, UART, I2C, USB, and Ethernet.
• Experience in medical device, aerospace, or heavily-regulated industries.
• Familiarity with PCBA testing during official design verification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with eCAD tools such as Altium, Pads, OrCAD, and Eagle.
• Understanding of analog and digital high-speed circuits.
• Knowledge of motor actuation, including brushed, brushless, and servo motors.
• Experience with DC/DC converters and analog circuits like sensors and amplifiers.
• Familiarity with standards such as FDA, ISO13485, AS9100.

Work Environment

This position is within a cutting-edge technology company dedicated to revolutionizing surgical procedures through neurosurgical robotics. The work environment fosters growth and expansion, and emphasizes teamwork, making contractors feel valued as part of the team. The role involves a two-year contract with a focus on maintaining and operating within a high-tech lab equipped with the latest electronic testing and maintenance equipment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 Newton,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

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.

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