Engineering Technician

Actalent; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician for a contract role based in Brick, NJ. The candidate will support prototype builds, engineering trials, and customer development activities by performing hands-on work with electronic and electromechanical assemblies.

Typical duties include assembling and testing with SMT equipment, soldering, rework, and following detailed drawings and SOPs. You will document results and collaborate closely with engineers on experiments and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling electronic and electromechanical assemblies.
• Ability to follow drawings, schematics, and SOPs precisely.
• Hands-on experience with SMT and prototype assembly equipment.
• Strong documentation and test-record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Support prototype builds, engineering trials and customer development work from setup to completion.
• Perform hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, soldering, rework and modification of assemblies.
• Follow drawings, schematics and SOPs to ensure high-quality results.
• Operate SMT and prototype equipment (pick-and-place, stencil/printing, reflow ovens).
• Assist with test fixture design, setup and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Inspect assemblies for workmanship and conformance to specs.
• Record test results and material information accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists on experiments and projects.

Skills

hands-on

electronic assemblies

electromechanical assemblies

soldering

troubleshooting

test setups

documentation

Education

No formal degree stated

Tools

SMT equipment

pick-and-place systems

stencil/screen printing

reflow ovens

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports prototype builds, engineering trials, and customer development activities by performing hands-on work with electronic and electromechanical assemblies. This role involves operating SMT and prototype assembly equipment, following detailed technical documentation, assisting with test setups, and collaborating closely with engineers and scientists on experiments, development projects, and troubleshooting. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys practical, lab-based work with emerging technologies in electronics and advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support prototype builds, engineering trials, and customer development work from initial setup through completion.
• Perform hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, soldering, rework, and modification of electronic and electromechanical assemblies.
• Follow drawings, schematics, work instructions, and standard operating procedures precisely to ensure high-quality results.
• Support and operate SMT and prototype assembly equipment, including pick-and-place systems, stencil and screen printing equipment, reflow ovens, and related tools as required.
• Assist with the design, setup, and use of test fixtures and test setups, and perform basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Inspect prototype and production assemblies for workmanship, process consistency, and conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Learn and operate a variety of laboratory, manufacturing, and prototype equipment to support ongoing projects.
• Prepare materials by accurately weighing and mixing components and following controlled formulations and procedures.
• Record test results, material information, process conditions, and technical observations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify potential issues in processes or assemblies, communicate findings clearly, and take ownership of assigned work rather than simply following instructions.
• Work closely with engineers and scientists on experiments, development projects, troubleshooting activities, and problem solving.
• Help maintain organized work areas, tools, equipment, and technical documentation to support efficient operations.
• Support other technical and manufacturing activities as needed to meet project and production goals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brick, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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 Brick,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.