PV&V Electrification Test Engineer

and the job listing Expires on March 1, 2026

Job Title: PV&V Electrification Test Engineer

Location: Fargo, ND 58102
Assignment Length: 12 Months + Possible Extension
Position Type: Contract / Contingent
Pay Rate: Hourly on W2 (All-Inclusive on SGS Payroll; Does Not Include PTO/Holiday Pay)
Shift: 1st Shift
Work Environment: 100% Onsite
Safety Requirement: Metatarsal boots required from Day 1

This role supports Product Verification & Validation (PV&V) testing for electrification and power electronics systems. The Test Engineer will work with cross-functional design teams to define testing requirements, operate lab equipment, analyze test data, and support validation of client and OEM products.

• Gather and format test requirements from internal and external customers with guidance from senior team members
• Review test requirements and provide feedback to ensure clarity and completeness
• Perform and support power electronics PV&V testing conducted internally or through external partners
• Execute test procedures including motor characterization, battery testing, JDQ tests, and reporting
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of test results and schedule progress
• Communicate testing results and status updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Apply troubleshooting and debugging methods to identify root causes with team support
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams to ensure testing meets product specifications
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers and internal teams
• Travel domestically 1–2 times per year as required to support testing or customer meetings
• Support additional departmental needs as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited program
• Equivalent engineering education or experience may be considered

• Understanding of embedded controller fundamentals
• Knowledge of safe high-voltage practices
• Understanding of motor control systems and system-level testing
• Familiarity with design validation principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with strong teamwork skills

• Understanding of motor control software (PU2)
• Experience working with dynamo meters (dynos)
• Experience using development and debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
• Experience with microcontroller peripherals (PWM, A/D converters, boot loaders, serial/parallel interfaces)
• Familiarity with communication networks such as CAN, Ethernet, RS-232/485