Mechanical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assembly Technician
Job Description

As an Assembly Technician, you will play a crucial role in assembling both sub-assemblies and final products. Your work will primarily involve using common hand tools and following drawings and manufacturing procedures in a clean shop environment. Beyond mechanical assembly, the role also requires light electrical assembly. You will be responsible for building equipment primarily for Strainoptics devices, with additional tasks involving subassembly for other products as your experience and efficiency grow. Part of your responsibilities will include validating, checking, and calibrating the products. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a sense of urgency, comfortable working in a small team, and able to follow drawings and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components to build technical instruments according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform electronic soldering of components on instrument builds and some repairs.
• Test and troubleshoot systems to detect and solve technical problems.
• Conduct visual inspections of components and completed systems to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, testing results, and other reports related to the assembly process.
• Perform repairs and/or calibrations on equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, quality control, and production to ensure efficient assembly processes.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties and/or special projects as required.

• Mechanical assembly expertise.
• Experience in electronic soldering.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, including measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing/assembly procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in assembly or a related field.
• Technical degree or certification in a related field is a plus.
• Experience using a digital voltmeter is desirable but not required.
• Experience using micrometers and calipers is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to work efficiently with a sense of urgency to meet daily goals and delivery schedules.

The work environment is a clean shop setting where you will primarily use common hand tools. The role involves light electrical and mechanical assembly, requiring adherence to safety procedures and guidelines. You will work closely with a small team, emphasizing collaboration and communication. The position demands organization and cleanliness in maintaining tools and workspaces.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northfield, MN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Northfield,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.

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