Test Engineer

Position Title: Test Engineer

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Test Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

• The test facility is currently being built out and being equipped over the coming months. The individual will partner with engineering to ensure the facility is properly equipped.
• Design, modify, and execute test plans and experimental setups, including gaining approvals and ensuring proper documentation.
• Collect data that supports engineering decisions through rigorous testing and clear communication of results.
• Lead and conduct test design reviews, proposals, and supporting documentation
• Maintain test equipment, fixtures, parts, and materials.
• Execute testing safely, repeatably, and in compliance with quality standards.
• Operate in compliance with ELS/EHS standards.

Job Qualifications:

• Must be a hands-on engineer, comfortable using complex equipment and working directly with hardware and test setups.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries.
• Must have acted as a lead investigator or technical lead on test programs or projects
• Experience with:
  • Pressurized systems, pressure vessels, piping, and associated safety considerations
  • Instrumentation, measurements, and basic data acquisition concepts (integration, validation, asking the right questions)
  • Able to design experiments, execute them, and interpret results, not just oversee others
• Quality Assurance is a major focus, candidate must understand QA principles and operate comfortably in regulated environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with accurate and detailed test descriptions and results
• Comfortable modifying plans as needed, getting approval, and executing effectively
• BS in Engineering or in a related field

Preferred Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Test experience in the nuclear industry.
• Use of automated data collection and analysis techniques.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: $85K-$215K
• Location: Oak Brook, IL (Onsite).
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residential or GC Holder only.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.