R&d Engineering Technician

ACTalent; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an R&D Engineering Technician to assemble prototype systems, run experiments, and document results in both lab and field settings. The role emphasizes precise, hands-on work and fast iteration to improve processes. Willingness to travel for field installations and work onsite in Redmond, WA is required.

The position offers a contract-to-hire path with a pay rate of $55.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits mix for eligible temp staff.

Qualifications

• Technical school or associate degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience assembling, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems.
• Ability to read drawings and document results clearly.
• Willingness to travel for field installations.
• Hands-on lab and outdoor work environment accepted.

Responsibilities

• Build prototype systems by assembling mechanical, electrical, and thermal components from drawings and directions.
• Run and monitor experiments in the lab; set up tests, collect data, and interpret results.
• Create documentation including assembly instructions, test procedures, and drawings.
• Identify improvements to speed up recurring builds and tests.
• Support field deployments by fabricating, testing, documenting, and shipping equipment; travel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical intuition

Electrical intuition

Assembling systems

Reading drawings

Documentation skills

Field work

Attention to detail

Education

Technical/associate degree

Military technical training

Industry experience

Tools

CAD

PLC

3D printing

Job description

Job Title: R&D Engineering Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated R&D Engineering Technician to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for assembling prototype systems, running and monitoring experiments, and creating essential documentation. Your role will significantly contribute to improving and accelerating our work processes, ensuring precision in both lab and field settings.

Responsibilities

• Build prototype systems by assembling mechanical, electrical, and thermal systems from drawings, sketches, and engineer directions.
• Run and monitor experiments by setting up tests in the lab, operating equipment, collecting data, and documenting and interpreting results.
• Create comprehensive documentation including assembly instructions, design documentation, test procedures, and drawings.
• Identify improvements to make recurring builds and tests faster and more reliable.
• Assess when to apply precision and careful planning versus quick testing with off-the-shelf parts.
• Support field deployments by fabricating, testing, documenting, and shipping equipment, and traveling as needed to assist field installations.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical intuition.
• Experience in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, especially in industrial process environments.
• Ability to follow drawings and documentation carefully, and adapt in situations with minimal documentation.
• Action-oriented with strong prioritization skills.
• Low ego and high ownership with a willingness to change paths based on evidence and test results.
• Comfortable working hands-on in both lab and outdoor field environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical school, associate degree, military technical training, or industry experience.
• Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition using thermocouples, pressure transducers, flow meters, and other industrial sensors and controllers.
• Familiarity with CAD and reading engineering drawings.
• Experience with PLCs or microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of pumps, blowers, heaters, and piping/ducting.
• 3D printing experience.

Work Environment

You will work in both lab and outdoor field environments, requiring a hands-on approach and comfort with getting dirty when necessary. The role may involve travel to support field installations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redmond, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

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.