Senior Test Engineer

Senior Test Engineer Overview

• The Senior Test Engineer will lead the planning and execution of testing programs for safety-critical systems, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and oversee test strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and high-quality results.
• Design experiments based on engineering principles, interpret data, and solve complex technical challenges.
• Work hands-on with hardware, instrumentation, test equipment, and experimental setups in regulated environments.
• Contribute to the development and commissioning of test facilities, ensuring readiness and continuous improvement.
• Apply quality assurance principles throughout test planning, execution, and reporting processes.
• Support a culture of disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and technical accountability.
• Engage in approximately 10–15% travel to support testing programs and facilities.

Senior Test Engineer Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Partner with engineering teams to develop and improve test facilities and programs.
• Identify and implement equipment, instrumentation, and resources for testing programs.
• Design and execute test plans, ensuring compliance with quality requirements and safety standards.
• Collect, document, and analyze test data to support engineering decisions.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring readiness and reliability.
• Identify opportunities for improving testing methods and program effectiveness.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality requirements during testing.

Senior Test Engineer Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field required; Nuclear Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on engineering experience; 10 years preferred.
• Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries such as nuclear, aerospace, or defense.
• Proficiency in designing experiments, executing tests, and analyzing results.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, measurement systems, and data acquisition concepts.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills for creating detailed test plans and reports.
• Ability to lead technical investigations and collaborate across disciplines.