Electromechanical Technician

Actalent; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Woburn, MA is seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble electrical control boxes from schematics and drawings, mount DIN rails, perform point-to-point wiring, and complete final electromechanical prototype assemblies.

You will work with electrical and mechanical engineers in a warehouse environment, troubleshoot wiring issues, and contribute to prototype development. This onsite contract role pays $33–$35/hr, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience assembling electrical boxes, control panels, or cabinets.
• Experience in point-to-point wiring.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in electromechanical assembly.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools (screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a prototype environment.
• Technical understanding to recognize mistakes and ask clarifying questions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical control boxes based on schematics and engineering drawings.
• Perform point-to-point electrical wiring.
• Cut and strip wires, and install terminals and connectors.
• Connect sensors, pumps, and other components to electrical boxes.
• Complete final electromechanical assembly within prototype units.
• Identify drawing or wiring issues, ask appropriate questions, and support redlines.
• Work independently while collaborating with electrical and mechanical engineers.

Skills

Hands-on assembly

Point-to-point wiring

Read schematics & drawings

Electromechanical assembly

Hand tools proficiency

Good communication

Independent work in prototype env

Identify mistakes/ask questions

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

As an Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in assembling electrical control boxes using schematics and engineering drawings. You will mount DIN rails and electrical components onto sheet-metal panels, perform point-to-point electrical wiring, and complete the final electromechanical assembly of prototype units.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical control boxes based on schematics and engineering drawings.
• Perform point-to-point electrical wiring.
• Cut and strip wires, and install terminals and connectors.
• Connect sensors, pumps, and other components back to electrical boxes.
• Complete final electromechanical assembly within prototype units.
• Identify drawing or wiring issues, ask appropriate questions, and support redlines.
• Work independently while collaborating directly with electrical and mechanical engineers.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with electrical box, control panel, or electrical cabinet assembly.
• Experience in point-to-point wiring.
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in electromechanical assembly.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, including screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, and wrenches.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work relatively independently in an engineering and prototype environment.
• Technical understanding to recognize mistakes rather than simply follow instructions.

Work Environment

You will be part of an engineering team working in a warehouse environment. The role involves working on prototypes, directly interacting with engineering to identify potential errors, and questioning unclear wiring or drawing information.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woburn, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $35.00/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 Woburn,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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.