Engineering Technician

Actalent; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday

Vacation

Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician in Horsham, PA to support assembly, testing, and validation of mechanical and electromechanical systems. You will follow detailed drawings, perform prototype builds, troubleshoot equipment, and document results.

The role involves maintaining labs, coordinating materials, and providing onsite support for installations and testing. An Associate degree in engineering or a related technical field is required, with strong CAD and safety awareness

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting prototype builds and development activities.
• Background in capital equipment, electromechanical systems, or industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex mechanical and electromechanical systems by following drawings, specifications, and SOPs.
• Support testing and validation of mechanical and electrical systems to meet design and performance requirements.
• Assist with prototype builds, including mechanical assembly, fit-up, and functional verification of new designs.
• Troubleshoot capital equipment and electromechanical systems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Use CAD tools to interpret drawings and support design changes, updates, and documentation.
• Support engineering change activities by implementing updates and communicating changes to stakeholders.
• Maintain lab and production areas in a safe, organized, and efficient manner; manage tools and test setups.
• Coordinate materials and components required for builds, tests, and validations.
• Handle hazardous chemicals and materials safely for testing, cleaning, or processing.
• Provide onsite technical support for equipment installations, testing, and issue resolution at customer sites.
• Document test results and observations to support analysis and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality to resolve issues and meet milestones.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Engineering drawings

CAD tools

Hazardous materials

Mechanical engineering

Root cause analysis

Procedures adherence

Communication

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Engineering TechnicianJob Description

The Engineering Technician supports the assembly, testing, and validation of complex mechanical and electrical systems by following detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and established procedures. This role assists with prototype builds, troubleshooting, documentation, and engineering change activities while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines. The Engineering Technician also maintains laboratory and production work areas, supports material coordination, and provides occasional onsite technical support for installations, testing, and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex mechanical and electromechanical systems by following engineering drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Support the testing and validation of mechanical and electrical systems to ensure they meet design and performance requirements.
• Assist with prototype builds, including mechanical assembly, fit-up, and functional verification of new designs.
• Troubleshoot complex capital equipment and other electromechanical systems to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Use CAD tools to interpret engineering drawings and support design changes, updates, and documentation.
• Support engineering change activities by implementing updates, documenting modifications, and communicating changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain laboratory and production work areas in a safe, organized, and efficient manner, including tools, equipment, and test setups.
• Coordinate materials and components required for builds, tests, and validations to ensure project schedules remain on track.
• Handle and work safely with hazardous chemicals and materials as required for testing, cleaning, or processing activities.
• Provide occasional onsite technical support for equipment installations, testing, commissioning, and issue resolution at customer or field locations.
• Document test results, observations, and issues clearly and accurately to support engineering analysis and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality, to resolve technical issues and support project milestones.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting complex capital equipment or other electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with CAD tools to review and understand mechanical designs and support engineering changes.
• Experience working safely with hazardous chemicals and materials in a laboratory or production environment.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles as applied to assembly, testing, and validation.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to follow established procedures and standard work instructions accurately and consistently.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and document work clearly.
• Associate degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting prototype builds and engineering development activities.
• Background in capital equipment, electromechanical systems, or industrial machinery.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes and configuration control.
• Experience in a laboratory, R&D, or manufacturing environment supporting technical projects.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, materials, and priorities in a project-driven setting.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The role operates in a mix of laboratory and production environments where the Engineering Technician works hands-on with mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical equipment. The position involves frequent use of tools, test equipment, and CAD-based documentation to support assembly, testing, and validation activities. Work may include handling hazardous chemicals and materials while following appropriate safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment. The schedule typical follows standard working hours, with occasional onsite visits to customer or field locations to support installations, testing, and issue resolution. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Horsham, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $62000.00/yr.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Horsham,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 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.

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