Engineering Technician

Actalent; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 week PTO

6 paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Electronics Technician to diagnose and resolve electronic failures in precision test and measurement equipment in Beaverton, OR. The role requires a strong electronics foundation and ability to troubleshoot down to component level, with hands-on use of oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.

The position is contract-to-hire, onsite in Beaverton, and offers PTO, holidays, and sick leave.

Qualifications

• Strong electronics theory foundation and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics and analyze circuit diagrams.
• Experience with component-level diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform root-cause analysis of electronic failures on complex products.
• Interpret schematics, block diagrams, and wiring diagrams to isolate faults.
• Troubleshoot down to the component level using structured approaches.
• Utilize historical failure data, internal diagnostic tools, and test results to guide repair decisions.
• Apply electrical engineering principles to identify likely failure points.
• Operate electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, DMMs, and power supplies to validate repairs.
• Execute functional and performance tests post-troubleshooting to confirm compliance with specifications.
• Support production floor and engineering teams with technical evaluations and failure analysis.

Skills

Analog circuits

Digital circuits

Schematic interpretation

Failure modes

Diagnostic instruments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics

Associate's degree in electronics

Military Electronics experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Logic analyzers

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Electronics Technician (OPEN TO ENTRY LEVEL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS)

Job Description

This position focuses on diagnosing and resolving electronic failures in precision test and measurement equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electronics theory and practical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work down to the component level.

Responsibilities

• Perform root-cause analysis of electronic failures on complex products.
• Interpret and analyze schematics, block diagrams, and wiring diagrams to isolate faults.
• Troubleshoot down to the component level using structured logic and systematic approaches.
• Utilize historical failure data, internal diagnostic tools, and test results to guide repair decisions.
• Apply electrical engineering principles to identify likely failure points.
• Operate electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, DMMs, and power supplies to validate repairs.
• Execute functional and performance tests post-troubleshooting to confirm compliance with specifications.
• Support production floor and engineering teams with technical evaluations and failure analysis.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuits, including passive and active components.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and understand circuit functionality.
• Familiarity with common failure modes in electronic assemblies.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Associate's degree, or Military Electronics experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electronics fundamentals and component-level knowledge.
• Logical fault isolation and pattern recognition.
• Technical communication skills to explain findings clearly.
• Experience in mechanical, electronics testing, debugging, calibration, and circuit board work.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing and clean environment. Benefits include 1 week of PTO, 6 paid holidays, and sick leave, all billable at 20%.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beaverton, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $33.00/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 Beaverton,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 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.