Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

Our engineering team is seeking highly motivated technicians to support accelerated product durability testing. This role is very hands-on as you will personally assemble and disassemble vehicle components, build test fixtures, and execute tests. A successful candidate for this role must have a passion for learning and developing new skills. Team members collaborate to develop and implement effective solutions quickly.

Responsibilities:

• Execute tests: setup, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits
• 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
• Read wiring diagrams
• Work with fabrication equipment such as drills and band saws
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Utilize measurement tools like multi-meters, force gauges, and torque wrenches

Essential Skills:

• Mechanical and electrical skills
• Experience with hand tools and automotive systems
• Knowledge of instrumentation and data acquisition
• Understanding of Ohm's Law
• Ability to use basic measurement tools such as calipers, digital multimeters, and DAQs
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Basic experience with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems
• Experience with low voltage components
• Previous experience with CAN communication

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Encouragement for personal growth and asking questions
• Long-term career path opportunities

Work Environment:

The work environment is primarily a lab at Kato, where your desk will also be located. The facility is currently undergoing some construction, but testing chambers are operational and situated next to all the necessary equipment. This environment provides an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology and equipment.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Fremont, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 6, 2026.

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.