Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Technician Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to support our growing engineering, equipment, and tooling programs. This role involves hands-on electrical fabrication, system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of custom aerospace tooling and automated control systems. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work on unique, highly engineered projects in a collaborative environment.

• Build, wire, and integrate electrical control systems, wire harnesses, motor control circuits, control panels, and electro-mechanical assemblies from engineering drawings and schematics.
• Support the development, fabrication, and testing of custom aerospace tooling, automated equipment, and controls systems.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and test procedures.
• Perform system-level troubleshooting, verification, and functional testing of electrical and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and technicians to support prototype development, equipment modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with in-shop fabrication, commissioning, and validation of highly engineered custom equipment.
• Participate in on-site installation, startup, integration, and troubleshooting activities at customer facilities as required.
• Explore opportunities for expanded responsibilities in procurement, quality systems, supplier management, and manufacturing operations support.

• Ability to design layouts, wire, and fabricate UL 508A industrial control panels from engineering documentation with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of electrical controls, motor controls, sensors, relays, PLC I/O, and industrial automation components.
• Experience integrating control panels, motors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical devices into complex electro-mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical, controls, and electro-mechanical systems using standard diagnostic tools and test equipment.

The work environment includes a collaborative atmosphere where technicians work closely with engineers and other team members. The role involves both in-shop work and on-site activities, requiring flexibility and adaptability. The company provides a supportive setting with opportunities for professional growth and development.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redmond, WA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

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

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.