What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician position at Actalent?
Job Description
As an Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for building and testing complex mechanical and electrical systems within a cleanroom environment. You will support process improvements, engineering testing, lean initiatives, and quality improvements.
Responsibilities
- Produce products in accordance with established specifications, observing and reporting ongoing problems in product construction or operation.
- Contribute to product and process improvements, supporting problem-solving efforts.
- Manufacture and deliver complex systems following established procedures, solving technical problems, and setting an example for team members.
- Oversee the entire process from assembly to testing and act as a reference source for problem-solving within your area of expertise.
- Actively contribute to the pilot production process and transition to volume production, developing and improving TPD, processes, and records.
- Investigate the impact of new procedures on the production process, offering constructive ideas for product improvement.
- Acquire and share knowledge of new and established products, processes, modifications, sub-modules, and complete systems.
- Support teamwork by seeking solutions and ideas and implementing departmental tasks.
- Coordinate activities in the production plan, monitoring tool, material, and equipment usage.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Mechanical and electrical assembly experience
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, including Kaizen and process improvement
- Proficiency in testing, prototype development, and troubleshooting
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Strong electronics and schematic skills
- Proficiency with test equipment and computer skills
- AS or BS Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemical, or equivalent experience preferred
- Manufacturing internship or co-op experience
- Lean Manufacturing Training (Intro to Lean, 5S, Kaizen, VSM) preferred
- Mechanical skills
The position offers shifts on 1st Shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 am-2:30 pm) and CWW Nights N2 (Wednesday-Saturday, 6:00 pm-6:00 am with a 15% shift differential and daily overtime). Training will likely occur during the 1st Shift for 4-6 weeks. You will work in a cleanroom environment, which requires adherence to specific attire and protocols.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilton, Connecticut.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wilton,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $24 - $25