Associate Engineer

Actalent; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO

2 personal holidays

9–10 company holidays

Medical and dental coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Gym discounts

Company travel credit card

Continued training

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Associate Engineer to join its Lexington laboratory to support EMC and product compliance testing. You will perform hands-on testing, review schematics, and document results across the full testing lifecycle, gaining exposure to electrical products and standards.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience, 2+ years in testing, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on testing, troubleshooting, validation, electrical, electronics, RF, or related experience.
• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, production, industrial, testing, or quality-focused environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with measurement equipment (multimeters, scopes, power supplies).
• Ability to document test results and report findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on product testing and evaluation in a laboratory environment.
• Conduct on-site and off-site product evaluations for compliance with standards and codes.
• Set up and operate test equipment and troubleshoot issues encountered during testing.
• Follow test plans to ensure accurate, consistent results and generate final reports.

Skills

Hands-on testing

Electrical testing

Schematic reading

Laboratory experience

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Shift flexibility

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology / Electrical Technology

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Job Description

The Associate Engineer is a hands-on opportunity for someone with an electrical, electronics, engineering technology, or testing background who wants to build a career in EMC and product compliance testing. Youll work in a newly renovated and expanding Lexington laboratory, gaining direct experience with electrical and electronic products throughout the full testing lifecycle.

Job Title: Associate Engineer

The Associate Engineer is a hands-on opportunity for someone with an electrical, electronics, engineering technology, or testing background who wants to build a career in EMC and product compliance testing. Youll work in a newly renovated and expanding Lexington laboratory, gaining direct experience with electrical and electronic products throughout the full testing lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on product testing and evaluation in a laboratory environment.
• Conduct on-site and occasional off-site product evaluations for compliance with applicable standards and national codes.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, standards, test procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Set up and operate test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other electrical/electronic instruments.
• Set up equipment under test and troubleshoot electrical or electronic issues encountered during testing.
• Follow established test plans and procedures to ensure accurate and consistent results.
• Diagnose testing failures and assist in identifying alternative testing approaches.
• Perform construction reviews and clearly document findings, results, and technical information.
• Compile testing data and product information into final reports using established templates.
• Manage less complex testing projects from initial setup through final reporting, providing cradle-to-grave project exposure.
• Communicate project status and results with clients, sales personnel, management, and internal teams.
• Handle and track product samples throughout the testing process and prepare equipment for shipment when needed.
• Partner closely with experienced lab and field engineers during onboarding to develop technical knowledge and independence.
• Provide ongoing technical support and clarification to clients when needed.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on testing, troubleshooting, validation, electrical, electronics, RF, or related experience. Relevant academic or laboratory experience may supplement professional experience.
• Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, production, industrial, testing, or quality-focused environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and similar testing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical or electronic products and systems.
• Experience documenting test results, inspections, quality findings, or technical reports.
• Comfortable using hand tools and setting up equipment for testing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and testing protocols.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work second shift, Monday-Friday from 4:00 PM-1:00 AM, following approximately 3-6 months of training on first shift from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical or electronics product testing experience.
• Experience with product certification, compliance, validation, or verification testing.
• Previous laboratory testing experience.
• Familiarity with national codes, standards, or quality requirements related to product safety or EMC.
• Exposure to EMC testing or EMC compliance is highly preferred.
• Electrical engineering, test engineering, or compliance engineering experience.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical or electronic systems in a lab or field environment.
• Telecommunications testing experience is a plus.
• Basic project management or project ownership experience.
• Interest in continued professional development and potential advancement into leadership opportunities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally. A company credit card is provided for all travel-related expenses.

Work Environment

This position is based in a newly renovated Lexington laboratory that has recently received a cosmetic facelift and continues to undergo modernization and expansion. The Lexington lab is a priority market for company growth and continued success, creating strong opportunities for employees to expand their technical expertise and potentially progress into leadership roles as the team grows.

The environment is highly hands-on and includes regular use of electrical and electronic testing equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and hand tools. Engineers receive exposure to the full lifecycle of testing projects, from initial product setup and troubleshooting through final documentation and reporting.

New hires receive a structured onboarding period of approximately 3-6 months on first shift (8:00 AM-5:00 PM), working alongside experienced lab and field engineers. Once training is completed, the regular schedule will be Monday-Friday, 4:00 PM-1:00 AM.

Benefits & Perks Include

• 20 days of PTO
• 2 personal holidays
• Approximately 9-10 standard company holidays
• PTO can be used for vacation, personal, or sick time
• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym discounts
• Additional employee perks outlined during onboarding
• Company credit card for all required travel expenses
• Continued training and professional development
• Opportunity to grow into leadership roles as the Lexington lab expands

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Hourly comp & overtime opportunity ***Newly renovated Lexington lab, cosmetic facelift and continuing to expand modernization efforts ***Growth opportunity, Lex lab priority market for growth and continued success across company creating opps to grow into leadership roles ***PTO and Holidays: Employees receive 20 days of PTO, 2 personal holidays, and approximately 9-10 standard holidays, with no separate sick days as PTO covers all leave types.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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