Entry Level Engineering Technician

Actalent; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent seeks an Engineering Technician to support drilling and subsurface investigation projects. This hands-on, field‑based role works with drilling crews to assist with site operations, sample collection, equipment maintenance, and project support.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, physical activity, and learning technical field processes. The position is approximately 80% field-based, 20% shop/office, with local and regional travel and strong opportunities for training, certifications,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in construction, drilling, field services, environmental work, mechanical maintenance, or general labor preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and regionally.
• CDL is a plus and may qualify for higher pay.

Responsibilities

• Assist drilling crews with field investigations and drilling activities.
• Support site setup, equipment mobilization, and sample collection.
• Load, transport, and maintain drilling tools and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on rigs, trucks, trailers, and support equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Assist with shop, yard, and equipment preparation between projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

CDL (plus)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Engineering Technician

About the Role

We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support drilling and subsurface investigation projects. This is a hands‑on, primarily field‑based role working alongside drilling crews to assist with site operations, sample collection, equipment maintenance, and project support. Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, physical activity, and learning technical field processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist drilling crews with field investigations and drilling activities.

• Support site setup, equipment mobilization, and sample collection.

• Load, transport, and maintain drilling tools and equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance on rigs, trucks, trailers, and support equipment.

• Follow all safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.

• Assist with shop, yard, and equipment preparation between projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Experience in construction, drilling, field services, environmental work, mechanical maintenance, or general labor preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and regionally.

• CDL is a plus and may qualify for higher pay.

Work Environment This position is approximately 80% field-based and 20% shop/office-based, with year-round work and opportunities for training, certifications, and career growth. Travel is primarily local and regional, with occasional overnight assignments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Topeka, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Topeka,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.

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.