Electrical Technician

Aerotek; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the main assembly and production line in Carlsbad, CA. The role involves building complete machines from subassemblies, performing calibration, integration, testing, and troubleshooting, and serving as a bridge between production and engineering.

This onsite, hands-on position works with engineers on electro‑mechanical systems and requires following work instructions with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• 6 years of technician or assembly experience preferred.
• Experience assembling and building complete machines or systems.
• Component-level troubleshooting experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the main assembly and production line.
• Build complete machines from subassemblies.
• Perform calibration, integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Bridge between production associates and engineering.
• Follow work instructions and SOPs with limited oversight.
• Test and troubleshoot using schematics, diagrams, and plans.
• Conduct engineering tests and collect design data.

Skills

electro-mechanical assembly

read schematics

troubleshooting

calibration and testing

Education

No degree required

Job description

Engineering Technician – 1st Shift

Job Description

• We are seeking a dedicated Engineering Technician to support our main assembly and production line. The role involves building complete machines from subassemblies, performing calibration, integration, testing, and troubleshooting, and acting as a bridge between production associates and engineering. This position requires a hands‑on approach and offers the opportunity to work closely with engineers on electro‑mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the main assembly and production line.

• Build complete machines from subassemblies.

• Perform calibration, integration, testing, and troubleshooting.

• Act as a bridge between production associates and engineering.

• Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures with limited oversight.

• Work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting functions.

• Conduct engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in research work.

• Perform operational tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment.

• Assist in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.

• Assist in design, construction, testing, and checkout of test equipment.

• Use manufacturing, test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test apparatus.

Essential Skills

• Strong electro‑mechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Troubleshooting skills with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable running calibration, testing, burn‑in, and integration activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant technician or assembly experience preferred.
• Experience assembling and building complete machines or systems.
• Component‑level troubleshooting experience (helpful, but not required).
• Degree is not required.

Why Work Here?

• This role offers the chance to build, troubleshoot, and test real electro‑mechanical machine components. You will work closely with engineers and have real ownership over keeping new products on track, allowing you to make a tangible impact on the production process.

Work Environment

• This is an onsite role in a manufacturing and engineering lab environment. You will frequently engage in hands‑on work with electrical systems, moving mechanical parts, and prototype equipment. The position involves occasional lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance and exposure to electrical hazards and manufacturing equipment, with appropriate safety training provided. The work schedule is 1st shift, from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday‑Friday, with 10‑hour days and overtime available.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 $40.00/hr.

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.

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 Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.