R&d Lab Technician

R&D Lab Technician

Join a dynamic team focused on electronics development, working in a fast-paced R&D environment where prototypes are churned through rapidly to determine which ones advance to production. The role involves assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of prototype electronics and electromechanical assemblies, primarily in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test prototype electronics and electromechanical assemblies.
• Perform PCBA soldering, including through hole and surface mount techniques.
• Conduct wiring and wire harness assembly.
• Read and interpret schematics, bill of materials, and assembly instructions.
• Manage and maintain an electronics lab, providing occasional support in an R&D test lab.
• Support internal and external product development projects.
• Troubleshoot PCB's to component level and perform testing.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 3-10 years of experience in electronics or electromechanical background, with mid-level experience.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience, ideally with R&D/NPD background.
• PCBA soldering skills, both through hole and surface mount.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• LabView programming and data acquisition experience.
• Data analysis capabilities.
• Troubleshooting skills at the component level.
• BS or Associates degree can substitute for 1-2 years of experience.
  
  

Work Environment

The role is primarily lab-based but may require occasional work on the production floor. The team consists of mechanical, software, and hardware engineers, with a need for an electrical specialist. The department offers long-term stability and growth opportunities, along with excellent benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glendale Heights, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Glendale Heights,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 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.

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