Hardware Engineer

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 37,195 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a hands-on Software Engineer for a 100% travel role in the United States. You will troubleshoot, test, and deploy complex robotics and hardware systems across customer sites nationwide, working directly with customers and cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have hardware and software integration experience, strong electronics and networking knowledge, and the ability to operate in a 50/50 hardware/software environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on troubleshooting in robotics or hardware environments.
• Experience with test equipment, electronics, and oscilloscopes.
• Understanding of networking protocols and system integration.
• Degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and test electrical, networking, and hardware systems in real-world environments.
• Integrate and connect customer systems with third-party platforms for seamless operation and online validation.
• Execute station testing to ensure optimal system performance and production readiness.
• Run end-to-end order testing and support manufacturing workflows in live environments.
• Lead customer handoff processes, ensuring systems are fully operational and approved.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and customer teams to deliver results under tight timelines.

Skills

robotics & automation

hardware troubleshooting

test equipment

electronics

oscilloscopes

networking protocols

system integration

hardware-software balance

multidisciplinary engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Test equipment

Electronics

Job description

Hiring: Software Engineer – Robotics & Automation (100% Travel Role)

Join a Cutting-Edge Robotics Company Driving the Future of Automation

We’re seeking a hands-on, high-impact Software Engineer who thrives in dynamic environments and is excited by the challenge of bringing advanced automation systems to life across customer sites nationwide.

This is not your typical desk role—you’ll be on the front lines, troubleshooting, testing, and deploying complex robotics and hardware systems while working directly with customers and cross‑functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and test electrical, networking, and hardware systems in real‑world environments
• Integrate and connect customer systems with third‑party platforms for seamless operation and online validation
• Execute station testing to ensure optimal system performance and production readiness
• Run end‑to‑end order testing and support manufacturing workflows in live environments
• Lead customer handoff processes, ensuring systems are fully operational and approved
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and customer teams to deliver results under tight timelines

What You Bring

• Strong experience in robotics, automation, or hardware troubleshooting
• Hands‑on expertise with test equipment, electronics, and oscilloscopes
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and system integration
• Background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related fields
• Ability to operate in a 50% hardware / 50% software environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar

Bonus Points

• Experience in robotics automation systems
• Prior work in manufacturing or production environments
• Exposure to system validation, commissioning, or deployment

Work Environment & Travel

• 100% travel role – live and work at different customer sites nationwide
• Relocation to a new project location every 3–4 months
• Must live within 30 minutes of a major metro airport (East Coast preferred)
• Fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with flexibility for off‑hours and weekends

Why This Role

• Work with a leading robotics and automation company
• Gain exposure to cutting‑edge technology and real‑world deployments
• Accelerate your career with hands‑on experience across multiple industries and sites
• Be part of a team that is reshaping the future of manufacturing

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Perth Amboy, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/hr.

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.

• 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 Perth Amboy,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

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.