Electrical/Test Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical/Test Engineering Technician (Entry-Level Friendly)

Hands-On Engineering Role | Training Provided | Career Growth Opportunity

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Overview

Are you someone who enjoys working hands-on with electrical systems and solving problems in real time?

We’re looking for Electrical/Test Engineering Technicians to support the testing and validation of advanced products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates, technical school students, or early-career engineers looking to gain real-world experience and grow their career in engineering.

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What You’ll Do

• Set up and run electrical and functional tests on products and systems

• Use tools like multimeters and test equipment to verify system performance

• Troubleshoot issues when tests fail and help identify root causes

• Monitor inputs/outputs (I/O) to ensure systems are operating correctly

• Work closely with engineering and production teams to solve problems and improve processes

• Document results and communicate findings clearly

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What You’ll Learn

This role is designed to help you build real-world engineering skills, including:

• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics

• Hands-on experience with AC/DC systems and control signals

• Understanding test processes and product validation

• Exposure to engineering teams and manufacturing operations

• Problem-solving in a real production environment

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What We’re Looking For

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in: 

• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Mechatronics
• Or related technical field

(recent grads encouraged to apply)

• Basic understanding of electrical systems (school or hands-on experience is fine)

• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail

• Comfortable working hands-on with equipment and tools

• Ability to follow procedures and learn quickly

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Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience with: 

o Multimeters or basic test equipment

o Electrical wiring or circuits

o PLCs, controls, or I/O systems

• Internship, lab, or project-based experience

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Why You’ll Want This Role

• Great entry point into engineering and manufacturing careers

• Hands-on experience you can’t get in a classroom

• Learn from experienced engineers and technical teams

• Opportunity to grow into advanced engineering roles over time

• Work on real products that impact everyday life

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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 Memphis,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 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 ziprecruiter.com 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.