Maintenance Systems Technician

Manpower Engineering; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Global organization opportunities

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician for a leading Life Sciences and Medical Diagnostics organization in Pleasanton, CA.

The role focuses on supporting the Mechanical Engineering Department and R&D teams with troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems. The position involves prototyping, testing, and transferring development instruments into manufacturing, along with collaboration across design, fabrication, assembly, and verification activities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.
• 10+ years of professional experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics; strong troubleshooting and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, fabrication, assembly, modification, and testing of complex electro-mechanical instruments and components.
• Build and test R&D prototypes throughout the engineering development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, optical, fluidic, and system-level instrument issues and identify root causes.
• Support transfer of development instruments into manufacturing, including troubleshooting guides and assembly procedures.
• Assist with reliability, verification, validation, and laboratory testing activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Prototyping

Machining

Hand tools

Precision measurement equipment

Soldering

Crimping

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Mechanical Systems Technician

Our client, a leading Life Sciences and Medical Diagnostics organization, is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician to join their team. As a Mechanical Systems Technician, you will be part of the Mechanical Engineering Department supporting the Mechanical Engineering and R&D Teams. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, analytical problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Mechanical Systems Technician
Location: Pleasanton, CA
Pay Range: $40.00/hour
Shift: First Shift | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Support the design, fabrication, assembly, modification, and testing of complex electro-mechanical instruments and components.
• Build and test R&D prototypes throughout the engineering development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, optical, fluidic, and system-level instrument issues and identify root causes.
• Support transfer of development instruments into manufacturing, including troubleshooting guides and assembly procedures.
• Assist with reliability, verification, validation, and laboratory testing activities.

What's Needed?

• Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.
• Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• Expertise in prototyping, machining, hand tools, precision measurement equipment, soldering, crimping, and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and multi-tasking skills in a multidisciplinary environment.

What's in it for Me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge medical diagnostic and life science technologies.
• Hands-on involvement from research and development through product launch.
• Collaborative and innovative R&D environment.
• Exposure to advanced electro-mechanical systems and instrumentation.
• Competitive pay and career growth opportunities with a global organization.