R&D Engineering Technician

ACTalent; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Advancement opportunities

Four-day work week

Job summary

Actalent in Hopewell Junction, NY, is seeking an R&D Technician / Engineering Technician for a 2nd shift, onsite role with a four-day work week. You will assemble mechanical and electronic products, test and inspect, review BOMs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in manufacturing or related fields and can read prints and diagrams with strong attention to detail. This entry-level opportunity emphasizes hands-on training and career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year of manufacturing, assembly, production, technician, or related experience.
• Experience with assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or quality inspection activities.
• Ability to read and follow prints, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electronic products using prints, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Perform product testing, troubleshooting, quality inspections, and verification activities.
• Review work orders and BOMs prior to production.
• Identify assembly, testing, and quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Work closely with Engineering, R&D, Production, and Manufacturing teams.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collect production and quality data and maintain documentation.
• Utilize power tools and electronic test equipment safely and effectively.

Skills

Work ethic

Reliability

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or Trade School certification

Tools

Power tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

R&D Technician / Engineering Technician

Location: Hopewell Junction, NY (100% Onsite)

Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday-Thursday | 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM (4-Day Work Week)

Pay: $21-$23/hr

Launch Your Career in Adanced Manufacturing

A growing manufacturer serving the semiconductor and technology industries is seeking an R&D Technician / Engineering Technician to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with assembly, testing, manufacturing, or electronics experience who is looking for long-term career growth in a highly specialized industry.

This company is known for training and developing employees, making it a great fit for entry-level engineers, trade school graduates, engineering technicians, or manufacturing professionals looking to advance their careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electronic products using prints, diagrams, and work instructions.


• Perform product testing, troubleshooting, quality inspections, and verification activities.


• Review work orders and Bills of Materials (BOMs) prior to production.


• Identify assembly, testing, and quality issues and support corrective actions.


• Work closely with Engineering, R&D, Production, and Manufacturing teams.


• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Collect production and quality data and maintain documentation.


• Utilize power tools and electronic test equipment safely and effectively.

Qualifications

• Required
  
  
  
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  
  
  • 1+ year of manufacturing, assembly, production, technician, or related experience.
  
  
  • Experience with assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or quality inspection activities.
  
  
  • Ability to read and follow prints, diagrams, and work instructions.
  
  
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  
  
  
  


• Preferred
  
  
  
  • Associate's Degree or Trade School certification.
  
  
  • Experience with electronics, mechanical assembly, product testing, or quality control.
  
  
  • Exposure to R&D, prototype, or engineering environments.
  
  
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
  
  
  
  

What We're Looking For

Technical skills can be taught. The team is looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Strong work ethic and reliability.


• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.


• Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.


• Team-first mentality and strong communication skills.

Why Join This Company?

• Work on cutting-edge products used in the semiconductor and technology industries.


• Join a stable, growing company with employees who have built careers spanning 20+ years.


• Family-oriented culture where employees are valued and supported.


• Clean, bright, modern manufacturing facility.


• Hands-on training and advancement opportunities.


• Four-day work week with three-day weekends every week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopewell Junction, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopewell Junction, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hopewell Junction,NY.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment 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 thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.