• Engineering Technician

    Actalent (Fort Walton Beach, FL)


    Job Title: Engineering TechnicianJob Description

     

    The Ground Robotics Technician for Autonomous Vehicle Technologies is responsible for testing the vehicle's electronic and mechanical systems before and after installation into a vehicle. Testing will include calibration, closed road testing and tuning, and open road highway testing. These activities are crucial for our remote and leader-follower automated driving vehicles.

    Responsibilities

    + Test and calibrate vehicle electronic and mechanical systems.

    + Conduct closed road testing, tuning, and open road highway testing.

    + Collaborate with Hardware, Software, and Mechanical design teams.

    + Work independently to resolve problems and malfunctions quickly.

    + Collect and test data to achieve specified objectives.

    + Test and troubleshoot electronic assemblies down to the component level for both new and existing designs.

    + Interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

    + Implement and test engineering changes.

    + Create test plans and procedures for products under development.

    + Travel to customers' sites to perform vehicle surveys, system installations, calibrations, and follow-up testing as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in electronics, troubleshooting, electrical, and mechanical systems.

    + Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, work instructions, and component identifications.

    + Experience with advanced test equipment, computer-based control systems, and RF radios.

    + Competence in using MS Office.

    + Capability to troubleshoot and calibrate electrical and mechanical systems.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in researching, designing, developing, and testing electronic control systems.

    + Proficiency in mechanical design and hardware installation.

    + Ability to create test plans and procedures.

    + Experience in onsite work and outdoor environments.

    Work Environment

    This role is based in a production, office, and garage/outdoor environment. The position requires the ability to work outdoors on autonomous vehicles, including Class 8 vehicles, to test, troubleshoot, and calibrate electrical and mechanical systems. The technician must be able to stand and sit for long periods, work inside, outside, and under vehicles, and lift up to 30 pounds. This is an onsite position with a 9/80 work schedule, offering potential for upward mobility and negotiable PTO/holiday benefits.

    Pay and Benefits

    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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Fort Walton Beach,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.