Firmware Test Engineer @ Actalent

Job Title: Firmware Test EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on managing and enhancing automated test systems for embedded firmware across a range of products. The Firmware Test Engineer designs, implements, and maintains firmware tests, analyzes test results and failures, and collaborates closely with multiple engineering teams to support a major security-focused firmware and software conversion program. The position requires a strong embedded background, the ability to work semi-autonomously, and the technical skills to program automated tests from day one.Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain automated test systems for embedded firmware.
• Triaging nightly test failures, identifying root causes, and driving resolution.
• Adapt to ongoing changes made in firmware and software development and update tests accordingly.
• Collect test results, run analytics on results and failures, and present clear findings.
• Maintain and improve existing firmware tests to ensure reliability and coverage.
• Work closely and collaboratively with multiple engineering teams to identify and resolve testing-related issues.
• Support the conversion of all firmware and software in existing products to a new security program.
• Create new firmware tests that validate functionality, performance, and security requirements.
• Implement automated tests and integrate them into existing test frameworks and pipelines.
• Document test procedures, test cases, and test results in a clear and organized manner.
• Communicate test outcomes and regression findings across engineering teams and help drive corrective actions.
• Program and execute automated firmware tests independently from day one.
• Use test equipment and measurement equipment to validate firmware behavior and performance.
• Evaluate firmware test effectiveness and recommend improvements to test coverage and methodology.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of applicable experience working in a firmware or embedded environment, including co-ops, internships, or professional roles.
• Solid background in firmware and embedded engineering.
• Proven experience creating, running, and evaluating firmware tests.
• Ability to write, run, and evaluate automated firmware tests independently.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment and measurement equipment used in embedded testing.
• Proficiency with TypeScript and JavaScript for test development and automation.
• Experience using GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD tools to implement and run automated tests.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret test data and diagnose failures.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience working within structured firmware and embedded development environments.
• background in embedded firmware and embedded engineering concepts and practices.
• Experience documenting test procedures, test plans, and test results for technical audiences.
• Familiarity with security-focused firmware and software testing is beneficial.
• Comfort working semi-autonomously and taking ownership of test systems and processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for sharing test results and regression analyses across teams.

Work EnvironmentThe Firmware Test Engineer works in a technical, engineering-focused environment that centers on embedded systems and automated testing. You will use a combination of test equipment, measurement equipment, and software tools to validate firmware behavior and performance. The role involves regular interaction with multiple engineering teams, participation in ongoing development and security conversion initiatives, and hands-on work with automated test frameworks using technologies such as TypeScript, JavaScript, and GitHub Actions. The position is designed for semi-autonomous work, where you take ownership of test creation, execution, and analysis while collaborating closely with peers in a professional, results-driven setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, OH.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.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.

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