Engineer Test Manager

Position Title: Engineering Test Manager

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

Job Responsibilities:

• This role is a hands on Engineering Test Manager responsible for owning and managing the engineering test facility, including setup, operation, and daily oversight
• The facility currently consists of an empty warehouse and will be equipped over the coming months. The individual will take full ownership of testing operations and play a critical role in supporting engineering decision making through high quality, well documented test execution.
• Oversee the design, modification, and execute test plans and experimental setups, including gaining approvals and ensuring proper documentation
• Support engineering decisions through rigorous testing and clear communication of results
• Lead and review test design reviews, proposals, and supporting paperwork
• Manage and maintain test equipment, fixtures, parts, and materials
• Ensure testing is executed safely, repeatably, and in compliance with quality standards
• Manage paperwork and coordination for ELS/EHS compliance

Job Qualifications:

• Must be a hands on engineer, comfortable using tools and working directly with hardware and test setups
• Experience working in highly regulated industries is required
• Must have acted as a lead investigator or technical lead on test programs or projects
• Experience with:
• Pressurized systems, pressure vessels, piping, and related 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 communicator who can interface effectively across engineering, safety, and leadership
• Comfortable modifying plans as needed, getting approval, and executing effectively
• BA in Engineering or in a related field

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: $180-$200K
• 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.