Engineering Technician

Actalent; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Champaign, IL seeks an Engineering Technician to support engineering and manufacturing through routine testing, troubleshooting, and equipment checkout. You will assist engineers in developing and validating products, processes, and test rigs from schematics and plans.

The role is based in a hands-on lab environment within a research park, with peer-based training and day-to-day guidance from a Technician Team Lead. This contract-to-hire position offers onsite work in Champaign, IL.

Qualifications

• The role requires an associate degree or two-year technical training preferred.
• 1–2 years hands-on testing, engineering support, or technical environment experience.
• Ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting tasks from schematics and diagrams.
• Identify routine malfunctions and assist in corrective actions.
• Support engineers in design, modification, and evaluation of products and test equipment.
• Record data accurately to support engineering analysis and decisions.
• Follow procedures and safety guidelines to ensure accurate results and safety.
• Support other tasks to aid operational and engineering goals.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Soldering

Micrometers

Oscilloscopes

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Diagnostic/test equipment

Schematics interpretation

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or two-year technical/trade degree preferred

Equivalent technical experience considered

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Test programs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports engineering and manufacturing operations by performing routine testing, troubleshooting, and equipment check-out activities. This role assists engineers in developing, modifying, and validating products, processes, and test equipment by working from schematics, diagrams, written instructions, and defined plans. The Engineering Technician uses a variety of diagnostic, test, and measurement tools to ensure accurate results and effective problem resolution.

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Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports engineering and manufacturing operations by performing routine testing, troubleshooting, and equipment check-out activities. This role assists engineers in developing, modifying, and validating products, processes, and test equipment by working from schematics, diagrams, written instructions, and defined plans. The Engineering Technician uses a variety of diagnostic, test, and measurement tools to ensure accurate results and effective problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting tasks using schematics, diagrams, verbal instructions, and technical documentation.
• Identify routine malfunctions and assist in determining corrective actions.
• Assist engineers in the design, modification, and evaluation of products, processes, and test equipment.
• Conduct tests, collect data, and maintain accurate records to support engineering analysis and decision-making.
• Follow all established procedures and safety guidelines to ensure accurate test results, equipment protection, and a safe work environment.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support operational and engineering goals.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with electrical circuits, soldering, micrometers, and oscilloscopes.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid technical aptitude and familiarity with diagnostic/test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and test programs.
• Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year technical/trade degree preferred.
• Equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a testing, engineering support, or technical environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a unique and highly hands-on lab environment, located within a research park. The work atmosphere is collaborative, with initial and ongoing training provided through a peer-based model. Day-to-day tasks are guided by a Technician Team Lead, with exposure to multiple team members for broader knowledge sharing. The organization emphasizes building independence once training is complete.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Champaign, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $31.25/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 Champaign,IL.

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.