Engineering Technician

Job Title: Engineering Technician - Advanced ManufacturingJob Description

Join our dynamic team as an Engineering Technician, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the assembly, commissioning, testing, debugging, and maintenance of innovative manufacturing equipment. Our company specializes in producing high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions for AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and high-standard work culture, where creativity and dedication to craft are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and calibrate machines, including CNC laser cutters, web handling machines, and diffusion bonding furnaces.

• Coordinate assembly tasks and manage inventory efficiently.

• Collaborate with machine design and process engineers to document and support changes to machines and address assembly challenges.

• Debug issues with machines and support engineering improvements for performance and ease of assembly.

• Assist in building electrical control cabinets and wiring machines.

• Set up, adjust, and operate assembly or test fixtures.

• Maintain and update documentation of assembly processes, procedures, and machine/process issues.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and facilities equipment.

• Conduct basic machining operations for prototyping or part modification.

• Record data using internal tracking tools and provide feedback for continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of experience supporting industrial manufacturing equipment, automation systems, or capital equipment.

• Hands-on experience assembling and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and product specifications.

• Experience with machine maintenance, equipment debugging, and basic machining (mill, lathe, CNC).

• Strong sense of workmanship and ownership over assigned systems.

• Experience following procedures and documenting data.

• Comfortable with hands-on work, using tools, and running equipment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, or associate degree in a technical discipline; equivalent hands-on experience considered.

• Experience using CAD to view models and drawings.

• Experience with vacuum, laser, hydraulic, machine tools, or robotics is preferred.

• Knowledge of metrology, inspection, and spreadsheet software.

• Basic software skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS preferred.

Work Environment

This role requires a commitment of five days onsite per week. The environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with a focus on high standards and innovation. Standard benefits include three weeks of PTO and 10 holidays. The work involves hands-on tasks and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $44.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.