Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician assembles and wires electrical control boxes and electromechanical prototype units using electrical schematics and engineering drawings. This role focuses on hands-on electrical and mechanical assembly, point-to-point wiring, and integration of sensors, pumps, and other components into control systems. The technician works independently in an engineering and prototype environment while collaborating closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to identify issues, support design updates, and ensure high-quality, reliable assemblies for advanced data center-related equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble electrical control boxes from electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Mount DIN rail and electrical components onto sheet-metal panels with precision and consistency.
• Perform point-to-point electrical wiring within control boxes and prototype units.
• Cut and strip wires, and install appropriate terminals and connectors according to specifications.
• Connect sensors, pumps, and other electromechanical components back to electrical boxes and control panels.
• Complete final electromechanical assembly within prototype units, ensuring proper fit, function, and safety.
• Review drawings and wiring diagrams to identify potential issues, ask clarifying questions, and support redline updates.
• Work independently on assigned builds while collaborating directly with electrical and mechanical engineers.
• Use standard hand tools safely and effectively during electrical and mechanical assembly tasks.
• Apply technical understanding to recognize mistakes or inconsistencies rather than simply following instructions.
• Support the engineering team by providing feedback from hands-on assembly work to improve designs and documentation.

Essential Skills:

• Hands-on experience assembling electrical boxes, control panels, or electrical cabinets.
• Proven point-to-point wiring experience in control systems or similar applications.
• Ability to read and work confidently from electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Electromechanical assembly experience integrating electrical and mechanical components.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, including screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, and wrenches.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with electrical and mechanical engineers.
• Ability to work relatively independently in an engineering and prototype environment.
• Sufficient technical understanding to recognize mistakes or inconsistencies rather than simply following instructions.
• Several years of hands-on experience assembling and wiring electrical panels, boxes, cabinets, or electromechanical equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Mechanical assembly experience, including installing mechanical components and hardware.
• Experience installing threaded pipe, pumps, or sensors in electromechanical systems.
• Experience working with refrigeration systems.
• Torch brazing experience for refrigeration or fluid-handling applications.
• EPA 608 certification.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks; SolidWorks experience is a plus but not required, and the technician will not be responsible for designing products or creating CAD models.
• An associate degree in a technical field may be helpful but is not required.
• Recent bachelor's-level engineering graduates may be considered if they have substantial hands-on electrical assembly and wiring experience in addition to academic or CAD exposure.

Work Environment:

The role operates within an engineering team based in a warehouse environment focused on prototype and data center-related equipment. Work is primarily hands-on and performed at benches or assembly stations using standard hand tools and electromechanical components. The technician collaborates directly with electrical and mechanical engineers, contributing to an environment that values technical curiosity, open communication, and continuous improvement. The setting combines practical, shop-floor assembly conditions with close interaction with the engineering team, offering opportunities to work on advanced prototype systems rather than repetitive production work.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Billerica, MA.

Pay and Benefits:

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

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Billerica, MA.

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.

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