Engineering Technician

R&D Engineering Technician – 2nd Shift (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM)

The R&D Engineering Technician supports engineering teams by assembling, modifying, installing, and decommissioning HVAC units for psychrometric testing. This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to interpret technical documentation, and collaboration with engineering staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and modify HVAC units per engineering specifications
• Install thermocouples, sensors, and test instrumentation
• Set up units in psychrometric test rooms
• Decommission units post-testing
• Interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics
• Operate power tools, hand tools, and overhead cranes

Required Skills & Certifications:

• EPA 608 Universal Certification (mandatory)
• Mechanical and electrical assembly experience
• HVAC systems knowledge at the component level
• Basic electrical wiring understanding
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work from written and verbal instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years in a technical or business environment
• 1+ year experience in HVAC, electrical wiring, and reading technical drawings

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Syracuse, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email actALENTaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.