Electrical Technician

Actalent; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Dearborn, MI seeks a hands-on Electrical/Mechanical Technician to support vehicle integration, validation, and testing in a VISE lab environment. You will build breadboards, wire harnesses, test benches, and prototype vehicle systems while supporting engineering development programs.

The role requires practical skills with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic tools, plus experience with lab equipment and soldering.

Qualifications

• 2+ years automotive electrical or technician experience preferred.
• Experience with wire harness fabrication and breadboards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with hand tools, fabrication tools, and test equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain breadboards, test benches, and prototype hardware.
• Fabricate, modify, and troubleshoot wire harnesses and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical topologies.
• Support vehicle integration, validation, and diagnostic activities.
• Perform soldering, hardware rework, and mechanical assembly tasks.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and build records.

Skills

Automotive electrical

Wire harness fabrication

Breadboards & test benches

Schematic reading

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Office

Tools

CAN tools

ECU diagnostics

Oscilloscope

Job description

Description

Seeking a hands-on Electrical/Mechanical Technician to support vehicle integration, validation, and testing activities in a VISE lab environment. The role involves building and maintaining breadboards, wire harnesses, test benches, and prototype vehicle systems while supporting engineering development programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain breadboards, test benches, and prototype hardware.
• Fabricate, modify, and troubleshoot wire harnesses and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical topologies.
• Support vehicle integration, validation, and diagnostic activities.
• Perform soldering, hardware rework, and mechanical assembly tasks.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and build records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive electrical, testing, prototype, or technician experience preferred.
• Experience with wire harness fabrication, breadboards, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using hand tools, fabrication tools, and test equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting OEM or automotive supplier development programs.
• High-voltage certification or EV experience.
• Familiarity with CAN tools, ECU diagnostics, and vehicle testing.
• Experience with Vehicle Spy, Vector, Intrepid, or similar diagnostic tools.

Tools & Equipment

• Oscilloscope, DVM, Power Supplies, Data Loggers
• Diagnostic and CAN tools
• Soldering equipment
• Standard fabrication and hand tools

This role is ideal for candidates with strong hands-on electrical and mechanical aptitude who enjoy working in a fast-paced automotive development and testing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of DEARBORN, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of DEARBORN, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in DEARBORN,MI.

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.

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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.