R&D Engineering Technician

R&D Engineering Technician

Join our team as an R&D Engineering Technician, where you will collaborate closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to replace ICs and build electromechanical components and systems. You will read electrical schematics and perform troubleshooting and testing, working alongside a dedicated team of engineers and occasionally assisting assemblers on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from electrical and mechanical engineers for IC replacements and building electromechanical components and systems.
• Read electrical schematics and troubleshoot and test accordingly.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers, including both electrical and mechanical experts.
• Assist assemblers on the production floor with troubleshooting as needed.
• Support engineers in various test engineering functions.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Proficiency in operating electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• Experience in electrical schematic reading, electrical testing, soldering, and testing circuits.
• Experience with IPC soldering and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read components and IC data sheets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting electronic circuits.
• IPC certification for soldering is a plus but not mandatory.
• 1 to 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Will consider Entry Level Electrical Engineering Candidates

Work Environment

This role involves working in the medical device industry, providing an opportunity to extend the duration or potentially convert to a full-time position. The work environment is collaborative, with a strong focus on teamwork and innovation.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $38.00/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 Irvine, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 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.