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Engineering Technician

Actalent
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/19/2026

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

Support Operators/Technicians by providing guidance to achieve production goals. Responsible for creating and recording process parameters for all assigned processes, becoming the subject matter expert. Execute process engineering activities in support of new products and process introduction, including quotation reviews, tooling design, and estimated run rates.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial machinery and equipment (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic).
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
  • Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime and equipment reliability.
  • Maintain and provide manufacturing information by compiling, sorting and analyzing performance records and data.
  • Maintain work flow by monitoring production process, equipment and personnel and establishing process variables to meet production goals.
  • Contribute to the creation, revision, and updating of documentation used for process control purposes, including processing parameters and documented work instructions for all assigned processes.
  • Recommend measures to improve production methods, efficiency, equipment performance, quality of the product, and employee safety.
  • Evaluate production tooling for improvements in efficiency, scrap reduction, mistake-proofing, etc.
  • Recommend process equipment and components for yearly CAPEX budget development.
  • Assist in training Operators/Technicians in machine setup procedures.
  • Assist in creating process troubleshooting guides for assigned process tooling.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting, problem-solving, and supporting engineers with a focus on technical skills and attention to detail.

Essential Skills

  • Troubleshooting and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or managers and employees of the organization.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a related field or five to ten years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment

The role involves a hands-on approach with a focus on technical skills and attention to detail. Work hours are from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $77000.00/yr.

MEDICAL Medical Administrator/Network Provider: Highmark Blue Shield Tier Discounted Non-Discounted Deductible Out-of-Pocket Maximum Brentwood HSA/HRA Contribution (provided in biweekly installments) Employee $67.11 $84.04 $2,000 $3,000 $1,000 = $38.46/Pay EE/Child $86.26 $108.01 $4,000 $6,000 $2,000 = $76.92/Pay EE/Children $116.91 $146.39 $4,000 $6,000 $2,000 = $76.92/Pay EE/Spouse $153.93 $192.76 $4,000 $6,000 $2,000 = $76.92/Pay Family $192.37 $240.89 $4,000 $6,000 $2,000 = $76.92/Pay Maximum Annual HSA Contribution Single: $4,000 Non-Single: $8,750 Catch-Up Contribution for Age 55 : $1,000 PRESCRIPTION Pharmacy Administrator/Network Provider: Express Scripts Prescription costs are combined with medical costs and are applied to the Deductible and the Out-of-Pocket Maximum. Category Retail Pharmacy 30-Day Supply Mail Order and Smart 90-Day Supply Low-Cost Generic $10 after deductible $10 after deductible Formulary Brand $30 after deductible $60 after deductible Non-Formulary Brand $45 after deductible $90 after deductible Preventive Prescription Copay only; no deductible Copay only; no deductible Mandatory Maintenance Fills: •After the initial fill, preventive prescriptions for maintenance drugs must be filled throughmail order or at one of the Smart 90 pharmacy locations. HIGHMARK BLUE SHIELD DENTAL HIGHMARK BLUE SHIELD VISION Tier Biweekly Contribution Employee $11.24 EE/Child $22.80 EE/Children $22.80 EE/Spouse $22.39 Family $38.87 Tier Biweekly Contribution Employee $3.01 EE/Child $6.02 EE/Children $9.03 EE/Spouse $6.02 Family $9.03

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $60,000 - $77,000

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