Manufacturing Technician

Actalent; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Horsham, PA is seeking a Manufacturing Tech to build and integrate complex capital equipment, following engineering drawings and specifications. You will install mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems, diagnose issues, and collaborate with engineering for continuous improvements.

The role emphasizes precise documentation and adherence to regulated manufacturing processes, with onsite shifts and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments and reading engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with ERP SAP and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and integrate complex capital equipment following drawings and specs.
• Install mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems to ensure fit and function.
• Diagnose and resolve integration issues, wiring, and fitment problems.
• Work with engineering on product/process improvements.
• Maintain documentation of build activities and changes.
• Collaborate with quality and cross-functional teams to meet specs.
• Record work and track parts using SAP or ERP systems.
• Adhere to procedures in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Support production workflows and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Regulated manufacturing

Engineering drawings

CAD/SolidWorks

Electrical/mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

ERP systems (SAP)

Quality standards

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

The Assembler will build and integrate complex capital equipment, ensuring that every system meets strict precision, quality, and reliability standards. This role focuses on executing detailed mechanical, electrical, and fluid system installations based on engineering drawings and technical documentation. The technician will diagnose and resolve integration, wiring, and fitment issues, while working closely with engineering on continuous product and process improvement. Collaboration with engineering, quality, and other cross‑functional teams is essential, as is maintaining accurate documentation throughout the build and integration process.

Job Title: Manufacturing Tech

The Assembler will build and integrate complex capital equipment, ensuring that every system meets strict precision, quality, and reliability standards. This role focuses on executing detailed mechanical, electrical, and fluid system installations based on engineering drawings and technical documentation. The technician will diagnose and resolve integration, wiring, and fitment issues, while working closely with engineering on continuous product and process improvement. Collaboration with engineering, quality, and other cross‑functional teams is essential, as is maintaining accurate documentation throughout the build and integration process.

Responsibilities

• Build and integrate complex capital equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Perform detailed mechanical, electrical, and fluid system installations, ensuring proper fit, function, and alignment.
• Diagnose and resolve integration issues, including wiring, fitment, and system‑level performance problems.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, CAD models, and schematics to guide assembly and installation activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to support continuous product and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with quality and other cross‑functional teams to ensure equipment meets precision, quality, and reliability requirements.
• Use troubleshooting skills to identify root causes of equipment and integration issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of build activities, changes, and configurations.
• Follow established procedures and best practices appropriate for regulated manufacturing environments such as semiconductor, aerospace, or medical device.
• Leverage SAP or other ERP systems to record work, track parts, and support production workflows.

Essential Skills

• 25+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as semiconductor, aerospace, or medical device.
• Hands‑on experience with engineering drawings, including the ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical and electrical documentation.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and SolidWorks for understanding assemblies and system layouts.
• Ability to work confidently with schematics to guide electrical and fluid system installation and troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills for complex capital equipment builds.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability to diagnose and resolve integration, wiring, and fitment issues.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Background in manufacturing operations, including adherence to quality standards and regulated processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors or associate degree in engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, quality, and cross‑functional teams on product and process improvements.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices in manufacturing environments.
• Comfort working with complex assemblies that involve mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision and reliability in equipment builds.

Work Environment

This role is based in a regulated manufacturing environment focused on building and integrating complex capital equipment. Team members work with engineering drawings, CAD models, SolidWorks, schematics, and ERP tools such as SAP to support production and integration activities. Openings are available on both first and second shifts: first shift runs from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and second shift runs from 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The environment emphasizes collaboration with engineering, quality, and other cross‑functional teams, adherence to established procedures, and consistent attention to precision, quality, and reliability.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Horsham, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $47000.00 - $63000.00/yr.

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.

Medical, Dental, and Vision 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and 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 Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Horsham, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Horsham,PA.

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.