Field Test Technician

The Field Test Technician plays a critical hands-on role in validating and improving autonomous robotic systems through real-world testing. This position supports setup, execution, monitoring, and documentation of field tests for mobile robotic platforms, vision systems, and autonomous vehicles operating in outdoor and rugged environments. You will work closely with engineering, product, and manufacturing teams to ensure systems perform reliably outside the lab.

Responsibilities

• Execute field and system-level testing of autonomous robots, sensors, and vehicle platforms in outdoor, off-road, and industrial environments.
• Support robot deployment activities including system setup, calibration, teardown, and basic troubleshooting.
• Collect, log, and organize test data, observations, and performance metrics.
• Operate autonomous and semi-autonomous systems safely during live test events.
• Assist engineers with debugging hardware, sensors, wiring, and mechanical components during tests.
• Maintain detailed test documentation, checklists, and reports to support design iteration and failure analysis.
• Travel locally around Pittsburgh and occasionally domestically to support testing at customer or partner sites.
• Work in varying environments including indoor labs, outdoor test ranges, construction-type terrain, and adverse weather conditions.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in field testing, robotics, autonomous vehicles, electromechanical systems, or industrial equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, adjust, and inspect hardware systems.
• Experience following structured test plans and documenting results.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally and occasionally overnight.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical teams.

• Exposure to autonomous systems, mobile robots, or off-road vehicles.
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems, data logging tools, or basic scripting (no software development required).
• Understanding of sensors such as cameras, GNSS, IMUs, or LiDAR.
• Prior work in defense, mining, agriculture, construction, or industrial automation environments.
• Experience supporting prototype or early-stage hardware in field conditions.

The work environment is a combination of lab, warehouse, outdoor, and field settings. It involves frequent local travel within approximately 50 miles of Pittsburgh and occasional domestic travel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.