Electrical Test Technician

As an Electrical Test Technician, you will support the electrical and mechanical engineering teams by fabricating, assembling, validating, and troubleshooting prototype electromechanical designs. The role involves building cable harnesses, repairing and modifying PCB assemblies, constructing test fixtures, and conducting system-level tests. You will document test results and communicate findings to the project team while ensuring safety, accuracy, and timely completion of projects.

• Fabricate and assemble wire and cable harnesses to support engineering, service, and production.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace components on PCBs.
• Fabricate electromechanical test fixtures including support structures, cables, sensors, breakers, gauges, motors, belts, pulleys, and other components.
• Conduct tests on prototypes and accurately process data entry using a computer.
• Perform inspection, testing, and troubleshooting of material preparation equipment.
• Execute system function tests as part of a design of experiments.
• Troubleshoot using diagnostic test instruments such as multimeters and pressure gauges.

• Electrical technician or wiring experience.
• Surface mount soldering experience with PCBs.
• Proficiency in using electrical test equipment.
• Computer skills, particularly in Excel for documenting tests.
• High school education or equivalent with a minimum of six years of relevant experience.

• Experience with oscilloscopes.
• Experience setting up testing equipment.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification preferred for complex wire harness fabrication.
• IPC-7711/7721 Rework and Repair Certification preferred for PCB component soldering.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment preferred.

Enjoy a high-paying job with first shift hours in a spotless and air-conditioned facility. This role offers a great opportunity for advancement while working with high-tech laboratory equipment.

The facility is air-conditioned, spotless, and designed with an open concept. It houses 2-3 production areas for various assembly builds and a warehouse for material dispatch and inventory management. Regular physical activity is required, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

This is a Permanent position based out of LAKE BLUFF, IL.

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $77000.00/yr.

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.

Benefits available day 1 since a direct hire

This is a fully onsite position in LAKE BLUFF,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.