Job Title: Approvals Test Systems EngineerJob DescriptionThe Approvals Test Systems Engineer plays a crucial role within the Engineering Approvals Team, assisting with the essential tasks required to secure and maintain product compliance with industry regulations.
This position involves conducting in-depth product analyses, performing hands-on testing, and developing tests to verify compliance.
The engineer will also collaborate with regulatory bodies to prepare submission materials necessary for certification.
Responsibilities
Interpret and apply applicable safety and performance standards.Participate in sustaining and new product development teams to capture and document global hazardous location and performance requirements.Develop test and certification strategies to meet those requirements.Create test plans, oversee and interpret test results in compliance with company and industry standards and policies.Prepare technical justifications and technical documents to demonstrate compliance with applicable standards.Interface directly with third-party certification agencies and manage projects with them.Write and execute test protocols in accordance with approval standards and procedures, record results, and write test reports.Essential SkillsProficiency in test engineering, product testing, requirements analysis, validation, and test plan development.Experience in software testing, firmware, hardware, and full system testing.Ability to read and interpret requirements, fix bugs, and troubleshoot.Competence in interpreting data and results, test equipment, electrical testing, and test development.Proficiency in requirements gathering and Python.Additional Skills & QualificationsAssociate degree in a related field required; BSEE or CS preferred.1-4 years’ experience in firmware formal verification and/or validation, product testing, and requirements.At least 1 year experience in standards-based testing, including environmental testing.Understanding of design requirements and application in product evaluation through technical analysis and testing.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar field highly preferred.Experience with sustaining and new product development projects.Working knowledge of product development processes, particularly verification and validation testing.Experience in the design and certification of products used in hazardous locations, including performance certifications.Familiarity with hazardous location and performance standards (FM, CSA, ATEX, IECEx).Work EnvironmentThis role is based on-site.
The position offers a long-term opportunity, with two weeks of paid time off and holidays following a specific schedule.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $44.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.