Electrical and Mechanical Technician / Onsite in Austin

Motion Recruitment

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 70,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Job summary

Motion Recruitment seeks an Electrical and Mechanical Technician to deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic test systems in laboratory and manufacturing environments. This is a 6-month contract based in Austin, TX, with initial training in Allen, TX, and travel to the United States and Canada for project assignments.

You will install, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and coolant systems; perform preventive maintenance; document work; and support engineering and

Qualifications

2-year technical degree or 4 years of equivalent hands-on experience and training.
Experience working with electronic test equipment in manufacturing or laboratory settings.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and coolant-related systems.
Hands-on experience using multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and common hand tools.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, procedures, and mechanical drawings.
Experience diagnosing motors, actuators, and motion control components.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with remote technical support.
Willingness and ability to travel within the United States and Canada.
Ability to perform physical work including lifting and carrying equipment weighing at least 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic test equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and coolant systems.
Diagnose motors, actuators, and motion control components.
Document work performed and ensure safety and compliance, including ESD procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Using multimeters and scopes

Reading wiring diagrams

Remote support troubleshooting

Travel willingness

Manual handling (25 lbs)

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Electromechanical/Industrial)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Multimeters

Common hand tools

Job description

A manufacturing and test equipment organization is seeking an Electrical and Mechanical Technician to support the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic test systems in laboratory and manufacturing environments. This is a 6-month contract role based in Austin, Texas with initial training conducted in Allen, Texas. Travel between the United States and Canada will be required for project-related assignments.

This position focuses on keeping electronic test equipment operational through installation, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair activities. The technician will work across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and coolant systems while supporting engineering and manufacturing teams. The role involves hands‑on troubleshooting of motion control components, repairing facility and equipment‑related hardware issues, documenting work performed, and complying with ESD and workplace safety procedures.

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Required Skills & Experience

2-year technical degree or 4 years of equivalent hands‑on experience and training
Experience working with electronic test equipment in manufacturing or laboratory settings
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and coolant‑related systems
Hands‑on experience using multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and common hand tools
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, procedures, and mechanical drawings
Experience diagnosing motors, actuators, and motion control components
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with remote technical support
Willingness and ability to travel within the United States and Canada
Ability to perform physical work including lifting and carrying equipment weighing at least 25 pounds

Desired Skills & Experience

Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
Exposure to Linux operating systems
Basic computer programming experience

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown