Closures Engineering Technician

Closures Engineering Technician

As a Closures Engineering Technician, you will play a vital role in executing tests, performing inspections, and supporting engineers in resolving mechanical and electrical issues. Your attention to detail and ability to collaborate will be key to ensuring the success of various projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute tests by setting up, performing inspections, and conducting maintenance and retrofits using multimeters, force gauges, and torque wrenches.
• Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical and electrical issues discovered.
• Support engineers in instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Assist and learn from other technicians and engineers.
• Assemble and wire test fixtures.
• Collaborate with the team for lab organization and usage.
• Understand Ohm's Law and other fundamental principles.
• Use a bandsaw and a drill press for test fabrication.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical diagnostics, CAN communication, and harnessing.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical diagnostics, including handling heavier mechanical components.
• Familiarity with low voltage systems and hand tools.
• Ability to perform tear downs and inspections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail along with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of the working principles of common closures operations, testing, and characterization.
• Experience using standard lab and test equipment such as power supplies and DAQs.
• Ability to solder, crimp, and read wire diagrams.
• Basic experience with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Experience working with high voltage and low voltage components.
• Previous experience with CAN communication.
• Experience working on vehicle-level systems.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a lab environment using various standard lab equipment and tools. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians, requiring a strong team-oriented mindset. Professional attire is expected to maintain a safe and organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.