Mechanical Test Engineer

As a Mechanical Test Engineer, you’ll help validate the performance of mechanical components and materials through hands-on lab work, precise documentation, and clear communication with the engineering team. If you enjoy building, testing, and turning results into actionable reports, this 100% onsite opportunity in San Jose, CA is a great place to apply your mechanical design and test expertise.

Job Title:Mechanical Test Engineer

Location:San Jose, CA (100% onsite)

Rate - $44/hr

What's the Job?

• Create 3D modeling and develop 2D drawings for mechanical designs using mechanical design tools (preferably CreO).
• Assemble switch prototypes in the lab and support hands-on mechanical build activities.
• Help the team set up bench and chamber-based test environments to prepare for mechanical performance validation.
• Verify performance of mechanical components and materials using reliability lab measurement equipment.
• Deliver clear, accurate test reports to the team based on lab results and observations.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong 3D modeling and 2D drawing experience on mechanical design tools, with preference for CreO.
• Fundamental understanding of reliability lab measurement equipment, including EMC scan, ESD gun, shaking table, environment chamber, and acoustic equipment.
• Relevant industry, internship, project, or equivalent hands-on academic experience (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and experience/working knowledge of PCB board placement (preferred).

What's in it for me?

• Work in a hands-on reliability testing environment where your mechanical engineering skills directly impact test outcomes.
• Collaborate with a team that relies on your documentation and test reporting to drive engineering decisions.
• Build confidence through real prototype assembly and structured test setup support.
• Contribute to performance verification using established lab measurement equipment.
• Join a focused engagement running from 11/2/2026 to 11/1/2027 (full term: 1 year).

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

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