Senior Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Process Sustaining Engineering Technician
Job Description

The Process Sustaining Engineering Technician supports manufacturing operations by providing hands-on electromechanical troubleshooting, equipment support, and process improvement activities in a fast-paced, regulated production environment. This role focuses on identifying and resolving equipment issues, maintaining process stability, and ensuring accurate documentation of all work performed while managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing production needs.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations by performing hands-on electromechanical troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain process stability.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks as needed to support equipment builds, modifications, and repairs.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting to isolate faults and restore equipment to proper operation.
• Interface with automation systems to monitor, adjust, and improve equipment performance.
• Contribute to process improvement activities by suggesting and implementing practical enhancements to equipment and processes.
• Create, update, and maintain accurate documentation of all work performed in accordance with regulated manufacturing requirements.
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities and respond effectively to rapid changes in production needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support stable, reliable, and efficient production processes.
• Travel between sites as needed to provide equipment and process support.

• Hands-on electromechanical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong mechanical assembly skills with the ability to build, modify, and repair equipment components.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting to identify and resolve equipment-related electrical issues.
• Experience interfacing with automation systems to support and optimize equipment operation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to rapid priority changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to create and maintain accurate records in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working in a regulated manufacturing setting with adherence to established procedures and standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel between sites as required.

• Prior experience in mechanical assembly, electrical troubleshooting, and automation system interfacing is highly beneficial, even for entry-level candidates.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate and complete documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate clearly about equipment status and process issues.

This role operates in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment that emphasizes process stability, equipment reliability, and compliance with established procedures. Technicians work hands-on with electromechanical equipment, mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, and automation interfaces to support ongoing production. The position may require travel between manufacturing sites to provide on-site equipment and process support. The work environment values adaptability, clear documentation, and the ability to respond quickly to changing production priorities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $33.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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 without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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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.