Below are some details about the position: + BENEFITS:YES + PAY: $48-50 an hour depending on experience + SCHEDULE: On-site Job Description: This role supports hardware testing and quality assurance for large‑scale robotic and automation systems deployed across multiple operational sites. The Mechanical / Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for executing test plans, validating system performance against defined requirements, and supporting on‑site hardware deployments through hands‑on testing and diagnostics. Key responsibilities include developing and executing test cases, performing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), analyzing defects, conducting troubleshooting, and documenting results. This role requires extensive travel to operational facilities across North America to perform field testing, collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, and ensure successful system validation. MUST HAVES: + 2–3 years of post‑college QA or testing experience within electromechanical, robotics, automation, or industrial machinery environments + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent practical experience + Hands‑on experience with mechanical and electrical testing + Proficiency with Excel or similar tools for data analysis, tracking, and reporting + Basic scripting experience for test automation or tooling improvements + Ability to support acceptance testing, QA documentation, Nonconformance Report (NCR) creation, and KPI‑driven quality validation ADDITIONAL SKILLS: + Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on clear documentation + Ownership mindset with the ability to work independently with minimal guidance + Highly adaptable in field‑based environments with shifting priorities + Able to learn new hardware systems and testing methodologies quickly + Comfortable collaborating with engineering, operations, and site‑based teams Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Westborough, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.88 - $50.89/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 hybrid position in Westborough,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.