Prototype Test Technician

Actalent; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician in the Waukesha, WI area to support testing of new and existing designs in a laboratory setting. The role involves setting up equipment, conducting tests on prototypes and competitors, and documenting measurements with a range of instruments under supervision.

Responsibilities include assembling test rigs, following approved procedures, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts to reduce defects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must provide basic personal hand tools.
• Ability to set up test equipment and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and products in the correct sequence according to approved test procedures.
• Perform testing on prototypes, existing products, and competitor products based on defined criteria involving mechanical, electrical, environmental, and electromechanical functions.
• Utilize a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic measurement instruments.
• Accurately interpret, record, and document scientific notation, temperature, pressure, and other measurement data.
• Assist with the assembly and fabrication of test equipment and prototype products according to blueprint specifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical wiring awareness

Procedures literacy

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measurement instruments

Basic hand tools

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician in the Waukesha, WI area to support testing of new and existing designs in a laboratory setting. The role involves setting up equipment, conducting tests on prototypes and competitors, and documenting measurements with a range of instruments under supervision.

Responsibilities include assembling test rigs, following approved procedures, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts to reduce defects.