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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Dunwoody, GA, United States
- **Salary:** $56,160.0 - $72,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Communications Protocols, Monitoring of Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Citect SCADA Software
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ga/atlanta/3750261b-a8c0-4d1a-a69a-cd80937ce79b

## About the Role

Relays
Visionary
Leadership
Innovation
High Voltage
Communication
Problem Solving
Control Systems
Test Engineering
System Monitoring
Circuit Switching
Safety Procedures
Customer Inquiries
Lock Out / Tag Out
Electrical Substation
Operation Maintenance
Electric Power Systems
Electrical Maintenance
Effective Communication
Power-System Automation
Engineering Design Process
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), * Understanding of electrical power systems and principles of protective relaying.

 * Expertise in using specialized testing equipment like relay testers, power quality analyzers, and communication test sets.
 * Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
 * Knowledge of substation automation systems (SCADA) and communication protocols.
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) OR Associate Degree in a Technical Field (Electronics, Electrical, Maintenance Technology, etc).

Work Environment

The work environment consists of 60% fieldwork and 40% office tasks. The role involves working in high voltage environments, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures.
Job Type & Location, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

The Test Engineer role focuses on ensuring the safe and efficient installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of Network Underground Systems in Atlanta. This position requires working with energized equipment in enclosed spaces below grade, drafting switching orders, and utilizing hot line tools for circuit switching on medium-high voltage equipment ranging from 4KV to 25KV. The role includes assisting in the development and implementation of new technology for SCADA system monitoring, participating in an on-call rotation, responding to system emergencies, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining effective communication with high-profile customers to ensure the highest level of satisfaction., * Perform routine and scheduled tests on protective relays, control circuits, and other substation equipment using specialized testing equipment to verify functionality and accuracy.

 * Set up and test new protection and control systems during the construction or upgrade of a substation.
 * Diagnose faults in protection and control systems, identify the root cause of issues, and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
 * Interpret test results, analyze data to identify potential problems, and generate reports for engineers and maintenance teams.
 * Perform routine maintenance tasks on protection and control equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent failures.
 * Adhere to strict safety procedures while working in high voltage environments, including proper lockout/tagout practices.