Engineering Technician

Actalent; New Troy (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth options

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician to support Manufacturing and Process Engineers in a fast-paced, highly automated production environment. This role focuses on maintaining and improving processes, offering hands-on technical support for CNC machining, robotics, tooling, and process recovery.

It serves as a pipeline into Process Engineering in a high-volume, precision machining and assembly setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in machining/manufacturing environments.
• Strong CNC machining processes and tooling knowledge.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with practical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing and Process Engineers on the shop floor.
• Maintain and improve manufacturing processes in a high-volume setting.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Help optimize cycle times and reduce scrap.
• Gain exposure to machining process development and lean initiatives.

Skills

CNC machining

Robotics handling

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

FANUC robotics

Job description

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports Manufacturing and Process Engineers in a fast-paced, highly automated production environment. This role focuses on maintaining and improving manufacturing processes, providing hands‑on technical support for CNC machining operations, robotic systems, tooling, and process recovery. The Engineering Technician troubleshoots production issues on the shop floor, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and helps optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and improve overall equipment effectiveness. This position is an excellent development opportunity and serves as a pipeline into Process Engineering, offering broad exposure to machining process development in a high-volume, precision machining and assembly setting.

• At least 2 years of experience in a machining and manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical, hands‑on problem‑solving skills.

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports Manufacturing and Process Engineers in a fast-paced, highly automated production environment. This role focuses on maintaining and improving manufacturing processes, providing hands‑on technical support for CNC machining operations, robotic systems, tooling, and process recovery. The Engineering Technician troubleshoots production issues on the shop floor, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and helps optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and improve overall equipment effectiveness. This position is an excellent development opportunity and serves as a pipeline into Process Engineering, offering broad exposure to machining process development in a high-volume, precision machining and assembly setting.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in a machining and manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical, hands‑on problem‑solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of machining principles, including feeds, speeds, tooling selection, and work holding methods.
• Experience with FANUC robotics and automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience contributing to lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Interest in developing into a Process Engineering role and growing within a precision machining environment.

Work Environment

The role is heavily floor‑based and hands‑on, often requiring rapid response to production issues and active involvement in troubleshooting and 'firefighting' on the shop floor. The facility operates multiple shifts, with one Engineering Technician needed for each of the following shifts: 1st shift (7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.). The typical workweek ranges from approximately 45 to 50 hours. The environment features CNC lathes, mills, automated machining centers, robotic cells, and other automated manufacturing equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Troy, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Troy,MI.

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.