Engineering Technician: Prototyping, Assembly & Validation

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

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