Engineering Technician (Instrumentation)

Actalent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Fremont, California seeks an Engineering Technician (Instrumentation) to install, configure, and maintain instrumentation and data acquisition systems for vehicle and component testing. You will collaborate with engineering teams to ensure accurate sensor integration and reliable data collection.

As part of the role, you will set up data acquisition programs, validate connectivity and functionality of sensors, calibrate strain gauges when applicable, and manage calibration

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and procure appropriate data acquisition equipment and sensors based on test requirements.
• Install sensors and data acquisition hardware on vehicles and test articles as defined in test plans.
• Set up data acquisition programs and validate connectivity and functionality of all sensors.
• Install, calibrate, and set up strain gauges, where applicable, to support structural and material testing.
• Maintain a comprehensive sensor library, including tracking inventory, coordinating sensor repair, and managing calibration activities for all instrumentation.
• Create and manage daily work plans to achieve test plan objectives on schedule.
• Support testing activities, including vehicle preparation, instrumentation, and post-test tear-down according to workflow priorities.
• Perform onsite test support, monitor live data, and validate data quality during testing.

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Technician (Instrumentation)

Job Description

This role focuses on installing, configuring, and maintaining instrumentation and data acquisition systems to support vehicle and component testing. You will work closely with engineering teams to ensure accurate sensor integration, reliable data collection, and timely execution of test plans in an R&D, manufacturing, or test engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and procure appropriate data acquisition equipment and sensors based on test requirements.
• Install sensors and data acquisition hardware on vehicles and test articles as defined in test plans.
• Set up data acquisition programs and validate connectivity and functionality of all sensors.
• Install, calibrate, and set up strain gauges, where applicable, to support structural and material testing.
• Maintain a comprehensive sensor library, including tracking inventory, coordinating sensor repair, and managing calibration activities for all instrumentation.
• Create and manage daily work plans to achieve test plan objectives on schedule.
• Support testing activities, including vehicle preparation, instrumentation, and post-test tear-down according to workflow priorities.
• Perform onsite test support, monitor live data, and validate data quality during testing.