Engineering Lab Technician

Actalent; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Lab Technician in Milwaukee to set up and run tests on motor and battery development teams. The role combines electrical and mechanical work, including wiring from schematics, assembling fixtures, and documenting results with Excel and PowerPoint.

Work hands-on in a modern lab, collaborating via Teams, and supporting automated test equipment enhancements. Requires an associate degree or military training in automation, electrical, or mechanical fields.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire tests correctly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical testing.
• Associate degree or military training in automation/electrical/mechanical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and fixtures for motor and battery manufacturing applications.
• Run tests on prototype builds following procedures and safety practices.
• Read electrical schematics to wire tests correctly and verify connections.
• Assemble, modify, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical test setups.
• Use hand tools to fabricate, adjust, or repair test fixtures and components.
• Document test setups, results, and observations using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Collaborate via Microsoft Teams to plan tests and share findings.
• Support development and improvement of automated test equipment and processes.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the lab and equipment.
• Identify issues with test equipment, motors, or fixtures and report promptly.

Skills

Read schematics

Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel, Word, 

Hand tools (drills, saws)

Mechanical/electrical hands-on

Test equipment experience

Education

Associate degree in automation/electrical/mechanical or military training

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

This role supports a specialized team that develops test equipment for motor and battery manufacturing. The lab technician sets up equipment, builds and configures test fixtures, and runs tests on prototype builds in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment. The position combines electrical and mechanical work, requiring comfort with tools, schematics, and digital collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and fixtures for motor and battery manufacturing applications.

• Run tests on prototype builds, following established procedures and safety practices.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics to wire tests correctly and verify proper connections.

• Assemble, modify, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical test setups.

• Use hand tools such as drills and saws to fabricate, adjust, or repair test fixtures and components.

• Document test setups, results, and observations using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Collaborate with the team via Microsoft Teams to plan tests, share findings, and resolve issues.

• Support the development and improvement of automated test equipment and processes.

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the lab area and test equipment.

• Identify issues with test equipment, motors, or fixtures and communicate them promptly to the team.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire tests correctly.

• Proficiency with Microsoft platform tools, including Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Confidence and competence using hand tools such as drills, saws, and similar equipment.

• Hands‑on experience working with mechanical and electrical products, equipment, or technology.

• Minimum of an associate’s degree in automation, electrical, or mechanical disciplines, or equivalent military training.

• Experience working with test equipment and test fixtures in an electrical or mechanical environment.

• Familiarity with motors and their associated test setups.

• Comfort working with both electrical and mechanical systems in a lab setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in automation, electrical, or mechanical technology from academic or military training.

• Experience supporting prototype development and testing activities.

• Ability to troubleshoot issues in test setups involving motors, fixtures, and automation components.

• Strong attention to detail when wiring, assembling, and documenting test configurations.

• Effective communication skills for collaborating within a small, specialized team.

• Interest in working with emerging technologies in motor and battery manufacturing.

Work Environment

The position is based in a brand-new, state-of-the‑art test lab dedicated to motor and battery manufacturing technologies. You will work as part of a small, collaborative team focused on exciting prototype projects and advanced test equipment development. The environment is hands‑on and technology‑driven, with frequent use of test equipment, motors, and test fixtures, as well as Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft Office tools for communication and documentation. Lab work involves regular use of hand tools such as drills and saws and requires adherence to standard lab safety practices. The setting emphasizes innovation, continuous learning, and close teamwork in a modern, well‑equipped facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/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 Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.

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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.