Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician will be responsible for activities related to system design, testing, commissioning, and installation of equipment. The role includes performing system check-out and advanced mechanical and electrical testing and troubleshooting as needed. This position is ideal for candidates interested in international travel and offers a clean work environment with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and prepare mechanical and electrical panels, including components such as CAT5, electronics, and servos.
• Mount panels to respective machines according to schematics.
• Install control panels for machines.
• Utilize a variety of hand and power tools.
• Troubleshoot and debug equipment with the engineering team.
• Work directly from schematics and blueprints.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical wiring and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work with schematics and wiring for mechanical and electrical testing.
• Experience in PLC programming.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks and engineering test equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering.
• 3 years of mechanical manufacturing experience in field service or installations.
• 3 years of experience reading and working from blueprints and electrical schematics.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, state-of-the-art facility specializing in building proprietary laser machines for various industries, primarily Semiconductor. The location has approximately 55-60 employees and is part of a larger corporation headquartered in Massachusetts. The role involves working in the lab and occasionally traveling to client sites for equipment installation and commissioning. Candidates should be prepared to handle customer interactions and work efficiently in demanding situations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Mar 30, 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.