Electrical Technician

Job Title: Electronics Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Electronics Technician with a strong background in high-power electronics prototyping. You will collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and test engineers to ensure the successful development and testing of electronic components and systems.
Responsibilities

• Solder and rework 0402 and fine-pitch components.
• Build and wire electrical panels, test fixtures, and cable assemblies from drawings and documentation.
• Operate high-voltage (>1 kV) and high-power (>10 kW) test equipment safely, adhering to established procedures and using proper personal protective equipment.
• Support testing and bring-up of hardware using standard lab equipment such as multimeters and power supplies.
• Accurately record test data and observations during lab testing.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in high-power electronics.
• Experience with high-power electronics, specifically 1000V+ or around 480V+ AC/DC.
• Hands-on experience with PCBs, including rework, working with schematics, and soldering under a microscope, ideally down to 0402.
• Proficiency in mechanical aspects of building cables, chassis, crimping, and creating assemblies.
• Experience crimping on gauges/wires ranging from 24 AWG to 1/0 AWG.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with microcontrollers and FPGA.
• Testing experience around PCBs and electronics.

Work Environment
The role requires onsite work from Monday to Friday in the prototyping lab. You will be part of a team at a market leader in solar trackers, contributing to the transition towards a comprehensive solution for solar trackers, inverter systems, and storage systems.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 Fremont,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.
About Actalent


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