Engineering Test Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to support prototyping activities and perform comprehensive testing for a special project. This role involves hands-on testing using power supplies, hand tools, and test boxes connected to testing equipment, with a focus on quality, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support all activities related to a special project for prototyping.
• Perform testing using power supplies and various hand tools.
• Set up and run tests within a test chamber and place electronics into the test box.
• Conduct end-of-line testing for defects while adhering to safety, regulatory, and compliance standards.
• Oversee warranty or defective parts from assembly or customer sites.
• Perform performance and durability testing.
• Conduct data analysis, report writing, and participate in end customer meetings.
• Occasionally travel (0 to 5%) to visit end customer sites.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of testing experience.
• Ability to read schematics and pneumatic wiring diagrams.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree is preferred.
• Experience within a test or R&D lab.
• Proficiency with Excel or data acquisition systems.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools such as wrenches and ratchets.

Work Environment

The role is primarily based in a test lab similar in size to a standard room, equipped with a workbench and test stands. An additional lab for hydraulic testing is also available. The position involves spending 70-80% of the time in the lab and 20-30% in an office setting. This opportunity supports a military/DoD end customer and offers the chance to work with innovative prototypes that are intended for market introduction.

This is a Contract position based out of Elyria, OH.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Elyria,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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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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.