Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician (Prototype Builds)

Location: Onsite

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support prototype builds, testing, and product development activities. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical and electrical aptitude who enjoys building, troubleshooting, and solving problems in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Unlike traditional production roles, this position requires working with incomplete documentation, evolving designs, and limited work instructions. Successful candidates are comfortable handling ambiguity, adapting to changing priorities, and collaborating closely with engineers to bring new products from concept to reality.

Key Responsibilities

• Build prototype assemblies, subassemblies, robots, fixtures, and test equipment

• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly work using engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical documentation

• Troubleshoot assembly issues and identify practical solutions with minimal guidance

• Support testing, inspections, repairs, and rework activities

• Work closely with engineering teams to support product development and validation efforts

• Provide feedback on build processes, manufacturability, and design improvements

• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude

• Experience using common hand tools, power tools, and measurement equipment

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and schematics

• Experience assembling, troubleshooting, or repairing mechanical and electrical systems

• Ability to work independently with little to no work instructions

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting prototype, R&D, manufacturing, or engineering build environments

• Robotics, automotive, or electromechanical assembly experience

• Wire harness assembly and soldering experience

• Experience with actuators, motors, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment

• Familiarity with CAD models and engineering documentation

• Experience using shop equipment

What Makes Someone Successful

• Thrives in environments where processes and documentation are still evolving

• Can figure things out independently and move projects forward with limited direction

• Enjoys hands-on building and troubleshooting

• Adaptable, resourceful, and willing to learn new skills

• Works effectively with engineers and cross-functional teams

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.

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

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.