Engineering Technician

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring a Engineering Technician. Position Type: Full time Contract, Contract to Hire Duration: 12months Location: Carlsbad, CA 92008 ( Onsite/1st Shift) As a Engineering Technician you will: The Engineering Technician supports the design, development, testing, and production of optical systems and components. This role works closely with optical engineers and cross-functional teams to assemble, align, inspect, troubleshoot, and test precision optical and electro-optical hardware. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and experience working in laboratory or manufacturing environments involving optics. Key Responsibilities: Assist optical engineers in the setup, assembly, alignment, and testing of optical systems and components. Perform precision measurements and inspections of lenses, mirrors, optical mounts, and related hardware. Support prototype builds, system integration, and troubleshooting activities for optical assemblies. Conduct laboratory testing and collect, document, and report performance data. Operate and maintain optical test equipment such as interferometers, collimators, microscopes, alignment lasers, and metrology tools. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly and test execution. Identify and help resolve technical issues related to optical alignment, contamination control, and component performance. Maintain clean and organized workspaces, including compliance with cleanroom or contamination-sensitive procedures when required. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support product development and production goals. Document test procedures, assembly results, and process improvements. Electrical and electronics skills is a plus Ideal candidate will have: Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in optics, photonics, engineering technology, physics, or a related field. Experience working with optical, electro-optical, or precision mechanical systems Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and written procedures. Familiarity with optical alignment techniques and laboratory test equipment. Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity for handling delicate optical components. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. Basic computer skills for data entry, analysis, and reporting. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a cleanroom, laboratory, or precision manufacturing environment. Familiarity with laser systems, imaging systems, fiber optics, or infrared/visible optical assemblies. Knowledge of contamination control practices and optical handling procedures. Experience supporting environmental or functional testing of optical hardware. Optical alignment and assembly Precision measurement and inspection Troubleshooting and test support Technical documentation Quality awareness Team collaboration Hands-on laboratory and production support Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis. Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines.

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Pay Range*: $33-$35/hr *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields. Recent Recognitions: Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024 Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025) One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024) One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics) Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023) One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024) AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications Website: Innova Solutions offers a referral bonus for qualified Ambassadors who refer eligible referrals. Submit referrals at and earn $250-$1,000 per referral. Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Innova Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Privacy Policy - innovasolutions. Innova Solutions