Product Introduction Technician

Aleron; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Product Introduction Technician in Washington, D.C. on a 6-month contract.

In this hands-on role, you will perform electrical and mechanical tests on trains, troubleshoot issues, repair failures, and implement design modifications while coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. The position involves travel to sites along the East Coast, with a rotational 5x8 schedule and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a mechanical technician in a manufacturing, production, transportation, or technical environment.
• Experience in the transportation/railway industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute train testing procedures and complete reports to meet acceptance criteria before commissioning.
• Identify and repair equipment failures; document and escalate unresolved issues to the Vehicle Lead Engineer.
• Implement design modifications and perform warranty maintenance per approved instructions.
• Record failures and events in the GSI defect management system with accurate traceability.
• Collaborate across shifts with testing, engineering and quality teams to improve processes.
• Follow EHS requirements; report incidents and keep testing tools compliant.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Product Introduction Technician

Location: Washington, D.C.

Employment Type: 6-month contract

Industry: Transportation Manufacturing

Compensation: $35-$38/hour

Schedule: Rotational 5x8

• This role could work on any shift, Sunday-Saturday, with two days off per week.

About the Opportunity

Join a dynamic railway team as a PI Technician, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring trains are safe, reliable, and ready for customer service. In this hands-on position, you'll perform electrical and mechanical systems testing, troubleshoot complex technical issues, repair equipment failures, and implement design modifications while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. This role will allow you to travel to various locations on the east coast to make an impact on the railway manufacturing industry.

What You'll Do

• Execute all required train testing procedures, complete test reports, and ensure compliance with customer acceptance criteria before commissioning.
• Identify, troubleshoot, document, and promptly repair equipment failures; escalate unresolved issues and deviations to the Vehicle Lead Engineer.
• Implement train design modifications and perform corrective maintenance during the warranty period in accordance with approved instructions.
• Record all relevant failures, events, and configuration details in the GSI defect management database, ensuring accurate documentation and traceability.
• Collaborate closely with testing, engineering, and quality teams across shifts while identifying opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and turnaround times.
• Strictly follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements, report incidents and near-misses, and ensure testing tools are up to date and compliant.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a mechanical technician in a manufacturing, production, transportation, or technical environment

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in the transportation/railway industry
• Knowledge of and experience adhering to EHS procedures including Lock Out Tag Out
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work as a member of a team while meeting schedule requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• This role requires the availability to travel frequently to other worksites in Boston, New York, and Philadelphia.
• This role requires flexibility with availability to work varying shifts, including weekends and some holidays. Shift could change from week to week.
• This role requires the ability to wear company-provided PPE. Some areas are outdoors and will be exposed to all types of weather.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.