Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician will support product testing activities through equipment setup, instrumentation, teardown, and general hands-on mechanical and electrical work. This role is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, comfortable working with basic electrical wiring, and capable of following instructions in a laboratory or test environment. The primary goal is to support test technicians by handling build, setup, and instrumentation activities so upper technicians can focus on executing tests.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup, instrumentation, and teardown of generators and other products undergoing testing.
• Build and assemble test fixtures, prototype products, and instrumentation components.
• Install, route, crimp, and connect wiring, wire harnesses, and electrical components.
• Use basic hand tools including sockets, screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, and similar tools.
• Operate and document work using spreadsheets and computer-based systems.
• Follow test procedures and work instructions under the guidance of engineering and test staff.
• Support troubleshooting, assembly, and general laboratory activities.
• Accurately record measurements, test data, and observations.
• Maintain organized work areas and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Backgrounds

• Generator service technicians
• Industrial equipment service technicians
• Maintenance technicians
• Automotive technicians or mechanics
• Small engine repair technicians
• Manufacturing technicians with electrical or mechanical assembly experience
• Candidates with strong "turn-a-wrench" mechanical aptitude

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree is not required.
• Comfortable working with mechanical systems, hand tools, and electrical wiring.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including entering data into spreadsheets and tracking systems.
• Experience building, repairing, assembling, or servicing mechanical equipment is preferred.
• Experience with wire crimping, wire harnesses, and basic electrical connections is a plus.
• Must be trainable, dependable, and willing to learn.
• Must provide personal basic hand tools (sockets, screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franksville, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Franksville,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.