• Engineering Technician

    Actalent (Pocasset, MA)


    Job Title: Engineering TechnicianJob Description

     

    The role of an Engineering Technician involves performing a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas. The technician will construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, diagnose, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems. Working from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions is essential. Additionally, the technician will operate related equipment, conduct tests, report data in the prescribed format, and perform calibration and alignment checks.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform integration, assembly, and testing of new systems vehicles and auxiliary equipment from work instructions and assembly drawings.

    + Collaborate with engineering and software development teams to test and troubleshoot system-level problems with vehicles and auxiliary equipment.

    + Read and understand diagnostic data and technical schematics.

    + Set up and use test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other input/output electronic test equipment.

    + Perform basic soldering tasks.

    + Troubleshoot complex analog and digital circuits to the component level.

    + Make recommendations to improve current procedures and assist Manufacturing Engineering in implementing new procedures.

    + Produce a sufficient quantity of working PWBA's, assemblies, or modules to support the Master Production Schedule.

    + Discuss technical problems encountered during troubleshooting or testing with Engineering.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in troubleshooting and soldering.

    + Strong knowledge of electronics and electrical systems.

    + Ability to read and understand schematics.

    + Experience with electronic assembly and using test equipment such as oscilloscopes.

    + Familiarity with general computer operations.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Associate's degree or other 2-year technical degree in a related discipline and 3 years of related experience, or a high school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

    + J-STD soldering certification, or the ability to obtain it.

    + IPC 610 certification for the acceptability of electronic assemblies, or the ability to obtain it.

    + IPC 620 certification for requirements and acceptance for cable and wire harness assemblies, or the ability to obtain it.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is a clean and quiet manufacturing floor.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Pocasset, Massachusetts.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $37.50/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 Pocasset,MA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.