Electro-Mechanical Test Lab Technician

Actalent; Damascus (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Damascus, VA is seeking an Electromechanical Engineering Technician to own lab testing, calibration, and 5S + Safety programs in a dedicated engineering test lab. You will build and assemble electro-mechanical hardware, run verification and validation tests, and document results in clear technical reports.

The role collaborates with design engineers to improve processes, product quality, and safe lab operations.

Qualifications

• 25+ years of hands-on experience in a research and development or manufacturing environment working with electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills, with the ability to work confidently with both disciplines in an integrated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and test electronic circuits accurately.
• Experience using electronics lab equipment such as meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, function generators, and spectrum analyzers.
• Experience automating routine tests to enable continuous, unattended testing during development, including PLC-driven test fixtures.
• Experience with PLCs, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and 3-phase AC/DC control circuits.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing, including test results and technical findings.
• Ability to use hand tools and powered tools safely and effectively for fabrication, assembly, and repair tasks.
• CNC experience for fabrication and modification of mechanical components.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and manage time effectively in a fast-paced development environment.
• Demonstrated independence and willingness to take responsibility and ownership of projects, equipment, and lab facilities.
• Proven ability to work as a team player, building and maintaining effective working relationships and collaborating with others to achieve positive results.

Responsibilities

• Establish and direct the 5S + Safety program in the engineering test lab, including performing periodic audits, identifying issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Plan, organize, and conduct the calibration program for all lab instruments, ensuring all equipment remains current and coordinating calibration timing with development activities to minimize disruptions.
• Conduct verification and validation tests on prototypes and pre-production samples with design engineers, including functional tests, stress tests, and accelerated life tests.
• Write clear and comprehensive test reports that document procedures, results, and conclusions, including charts, graphs, and schematics to illustrate operating characteristics and deviations from design specifications.
• Ensure strict compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations, and maintain high housekeeping standards within the lab and department.
• Provide technical support to the new product development engineering team, including test setup, data collection, and troubleshooting assistance.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement of processes, methods, productivity, and product quality while helping to reduce costs.
• Maintain technical competency by staying current with relevant technologies, tools, and industry developments.
• Build and assemble electronic hardware from schematics, including mounting mechanical components and integrating electrical and mechanical parts.
• Perform mechanical assembly by mounting devices, installing equipment into racks, and conducting electrical testing after assembly to verify proper operation.
• Order, store, and manage inventory for technical builds, ensuring accurate documentation and availability of required components and parts.
• Operate and maintain electro-mechanical lab equipment, including test fixtures, automated test systems, and measurement tools, ensuring reliable and safe operation.
• Perform bench-top and automated testing, including PLC logicbased tests, to characterize product performance and system behavior.
• Diagnose and repair electromechanical systems, replace defective components, and calibrate instruments to restore proper functionality.
• Follow standard operating procedures, blueprints, and safety standards to ensure accurate, consistent, and safe work practices.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and other technicians to set up experiments, collect and analyze data, and optimize system performance.
• Support the design, rework, and testing of features and prototypes as needed to advance product development.

Skills

Hands-on electro-mechanical work

Electrical and mechanical skills

Read electrical schematics

Lab testing

Data collection & reporting

PLC testing

Electrical testing instruments

PLC-driven test fixtures

3-phase AC/DC control circuits

Troubleshooting and repair

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Function generators

Spectrum analyzers

Test fixtures

Racks & mounting hardware

Job description

Actalent in Damascus, VA is seeking an Electromechanical Engineering Technician to own lab testing, calibration, and 5S + Safety programs in a dedicated engineering test lab. You will build and assemble electro-mechanical hardware, run verification and validation tests, and document results in clear technical reports.

The role collaborates with design engineers to improve processes, product quality, and safe lab operations.