Electrical Test Engineer

Actalent • Fountain Inn, SC • 7h ago

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Electrical Engineer to troubleshoot inverter systems that fail production testing or are returned from the field. You will be responsible for performing root cause analysis on electrical, manufacturing, and quality issues, and developing corrective actions and repair instructions. This role involves partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve product issues and support sustaining engineering and production validation efforts.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot inverter systems and perform root cause analysis on electrical, manufacturing, and quality issues.

Read and analyze schematics, PCB layouts, and electrical designs.

Use oscilloscopes, probes, and lab equipment to diagnose failures.

Develop corrective actions and repair instructions.

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve product issues.

Support sustaining engineering and production validation efforts.

Document findings and drive long-term corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related electronics discipline.

3+ years of electrical engineering experience required; 5+ years preferred.

Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, PCBs, and electronic assemblies.

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB layouts.

Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, probes, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment.

Experience performing root cause analysis and failure investigations.

Experience supporting products in a manufacturing, production, sustaining engineering, or validation environment.

Experience with PCB design tools, preferably Altium.

Strong understanding of electronic hardware and manufacturing processes.

Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working with contract manufacturers and production support activities preferred.

Proficiency with Excel; experience using Python or MATLAB for data analysis is a plus.

Power electronics, inverter, converter, or industrial electronics experience preferred.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced laboratory and manufacturing environment.

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) is a plus.

Aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, startup, or high-tech manufacturing experience preferred.

Work Environment

This position is 100% onsite at our Fountain Inn, SC facility, offering a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing environment. You will work in a fast-paced production support setting with frequent interaction with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams. The role involves a mix of independent troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration, with daily use of electrical lab equipment and testing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fountain Inn, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $62.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fountain Inn,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 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 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.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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