Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced electrical/electronic technician to join our Engineering Lab. This position will support complex products and support equipment including design, development, fabrication, assembly, testing, inspection, troubleshooting, rework, and repair.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently use electronic test equipment, machine tools, and hand tools.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and sketches.
• Fabricate, assemble, test, and inspect per engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Conduct testing and generate report data.
• Perform calibration and alignment checks.
• Make equipment adjustments, modifications, reworks, and repairs.
• Work effectively as part of a group or team.
• Assemble electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Rework and repair circuit boards containing surface mount and through-hole components.
• Fabricate mechanical and electrical parts from sketches/drawings and prepare samples for testing.
• Operate equipment necessary to fulfill these duties.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety objectives and policies.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in prototype builds.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in small electronic assemblies that go into larger subassemblies.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in soldering/building cables.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an engineering product development, test, or production environment.
• Proficiency in electronics, troubleshooting, hardware repair, prototype assembly, and soldering.
• Experience with electrical, PCB, test equipment, oscilloscope, schematic, blueprint, and electro-mechanical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in using complex fabrication equipment.
• Ability to fabricate and assemble to precise tolerances and standards.
• Understanding of complex engineering drawings and information.
• Experience assisting engineers in the design and development of new systems and equipment.
• Ability to develop and prepare schematics, design specifications, and parts lists.
• Experience reviewing designs, specifications of test equipment, or tools for adequacy.
• Ability to conduct tests or experiments and perform troubleshooting of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in creating test procedures, conducting tests, recording data, analyzing data, and writing reports.
• Knowledge of manufacturing & quality requirements of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-610.

Work Environment

This position is based in an engineering lab environment.

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $25 - $30