Engineering Technician

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports an engineering laboratory by assembling, fabricating, testing, and troubleshooting prototype products, including equipment such as vacuums for thermal test stations. This is a hands-on role that works closely with the engineering team to execute a variety of thermal, power, flow, and structural test procedures on precision electro-mechanical prototypes. The position offers strong growth potential within the technician career ladder and provides exposure to a diverse product portfolio in defense, industrial, aerospace, and advanced technology applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fabricate prototype electro-mechanical products and test fixtures for the engineering team, including components such as vacuums for thermal test stations.

• Read and interpret blueprints and assembly prints to accurately build and modify prototype parts and systems.

• Perform hands-on testing of prototypes using established procedures for thermal, power, air flow, liquid flow, and structural performance.

• Troubleshoot prototype products and test setups to identify issues, propose solutions, and support design improvements.

• Use hand tools and precision measurement tools to build, align, and verify components and assemblies to tight tolerances.

• Conduct wiring, soldering, and basic machining tasks as needed to support prototype fabrication and test setups.

• Operate and interpret readings from test equipment such as oscilloscopes and other laboratory instruments.

• Document test activities, observations, and results clearly and accurately to support engineering analysis.

• Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow technicians in a laboratory environment, contributing ideas and feedback to improve designs and processes.

• Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to wear many hats by supporting a variety of tasks across assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and measurement verification.

• Participate in measurement verification activities, including reading tape measures, scales, calipers, micrometers, indicators, protractors, and inclinometers to ensure accurate dimensions and angles.

• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient engineering laboratory workspace and care for tools, equipment, and test assets.

• Support continuous improvement efforts in test methods, prototype build processes, and laboratory practices as experience grows.

• Develop skills and assume increasing responsibilities over time, progressing through technician levels based on performance and expertise.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on work in a laboratory or workshop environment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and assembly prints to support accurate prototype fabrication.

• Experience using hand tools and precision measurement tools for work on high-precision products.

• Proficiency with wiring, soldering, and basic electro-mechanical assembly tasks.

• Familiarity with testing procedures involving thermal, power, air flow, liquid flow, and structural performance.

• Experience working with test equipment such as oscilloscopes and related laboratory instruments.

• Associates degree (AS) in Electro-Mechanical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a closely related field.

• Ability to accurately use an analog micrometer for dimensional measurements.

• Ability to accurately use an analog vernier caliper for precise measurement of components.

• Ability to use an inclinometer to measure angles and inclination.

• Ability to use a protractor to measure and verify angles.

• Ability to use a tape measure for length and dimensional verification.

• Ability to use a plunge indicator for precision measurement and alignment.

• Capability to read and use rulers or scales (such as 6" or 12" scales), dial calipers (digital or analog), 01" micrometers (digital or analog), indicators (digital or analog), protractors, and inclinometers.

• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in an engineering lab setting.

• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility to take on diverse tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering laboratory or test technician role involving electro-mechanical prototypes.

• Exposure to electromechanical systems, thermal management, or two-phase cooling technologies.

• Familiarity with encapsulated graphite heat spreaders or other advanced thermal solutions.

• Comfort working with both analog and digital measurement instruments and test equipment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in prototypes.

• Attention to detail in assembly, measurement, and documentation to support high-precision work.

• Interest in career growth within an engineering technician track, progressing through multiple levels of responsibility.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and wear many hats in a dynamic laboratory environment.

• Effective communication skills to discuss test results, issues, and improvement ideas with engineers and technicians.

Work Environment

This role is based in an engineering laboratory and is highly hands-on, involving daily work with tools, test equipment, and prototype assemblies rather than desk-based drafting. The environment provides exposure to a broad product line and cutting-edge technologies used in areas such as space exploration, medical care, transportation, self-driving vehicles, advanced computing, 5G, smart farming, and wearable medical devices. Technicians work with precision measurement instruments, oscilloscopes, thermal test stations, and other specialized equipment in a collaborative team setting. The position is structured as an excellent entry-level opportunity with clear promotion potential across technician levels, offering increasing responsibilities as skills develop. The culture emphasizes innovation, human curiosity, and continuous improvement, supporting work on technologies like two-phase cooling, aerospace and defense systems, and encapsulated graphite heat spreaders.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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