Senior Software Engineer

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated test software, reporting, and database solutions that support production and engineering test systems. This role focuses on scalable manufacturing test systems, software validation, and test automation to enable reliable product development and high-quality manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test software for production and engineering environments.
• Create and support manufacturing test fixtures and automated verification systems to ensure accurate and repeatable testing.
• Develop reporting and database solutions to capture, store, and analyze test data from production and engineering test systems.
• Commission and validate new test stands, confirming safety, functionality, and readiness for production use.
• Support new product development by building test automation frameworks, performing functional testing, and participating in design validation activities.
• Troubleshoot issues with test systems, fixtures, and software to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Apply systems development life cycle principles to the design, implementation, validation, and maintenance of automated test solutions.
• Perform electrical testing and verification of products and systems in manufacturing test environments.
• Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, DAQ systems, and signal generators to develop, validate, and debug test solutions.
• Collaborate closely with a broader, inclusive technical team to integrate test systems with production processes and engineering workflows.
• Design safety-related test fixtures and production test solutions that comply with electrical safety and operational best practices.
• Document test system designs, testing processes, and technical results in a clear and organized manner for cross-functional use.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test automation, data reporting, and manufacturing test strategies to support a growing operation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in automated test system development or related engineering roles.
• Strong experience developing automated test software and fixtures for production and engineering environments.
• Proficiency with NI TestStand for managing and executing automated test sequences.
• Advanced experience with LabVIEW for building and maintaining test applications and interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with Python for scripting, automation, and data processing in test environments.
• Experience working with SQL databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL for test data storage and reporting.
• Solid understanding of electrical circuits, test automation principles, and manufacturing test environments.
• Experience performing electrical testing and verification, including working with power electronics and electrical power systems.
• Proficiency using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, DAQ systems, and signal generators.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing issues in hardware, software, and integrated test systems.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams and document technical work clearly.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities in complex engineering and manufacturing test scenarios.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of power electronics and electrical power systems is preferred.
• Experience with commercial and industrial power systems, including 480VAC and 3-phase configurations, is preferred.
• Background in analog and digital circuit design for precision measurement systems is preferred.
• Experience designing safety-related test fixtures and production test solutions is preferred.
• Familiarity with the full systems development life cycle for test software and automation projects.
• Experience with commissioning and validating new test stands for safety, functionality, and production readiness.
• Ability to work effectively within a broader, inclusive technical team and support a rapidly growing operation.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic engineering and manufacturing test environment that uses advanced equipment and modern automation technologies. You will work with automated test stands, manufacturing test fixtures, NI TestStand, LabVIEW, Python, SQL databases, and a variety of lab instruments including oscilloscopes, multimeters, DAQ systems, and signal generators. The position supports a site experiencing significant growth, with a strong backlog of business and ongoing new product development. You will collaborate closely with an inclusive technical team that values transparency, innovation, and continuous improvement. The work environment offers access to comprehensive benefits, including retirement plans, paid time off, vacation, and holiday pay, and provides opportunities to work on challenging, cutting-edge test and measurement solutions in a professional setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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 & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

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.

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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.