Engineering Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to support testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electronic systems and circuit boards in a highly collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment. This is a growth-driven opportunity that offers exposure to new product development, advanced testing equipment, and hands-on problem-solving while working alongside engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process testing of circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems down to the component level.
• Write and execute test procedures for circuit boards and systems.
• Support Engineering with new product and system development initiatives.
• Load and configure software for system testing.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, DVMs, and other test equipment to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Document and report recurring faults, failures, and test results.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance regarding defective components and assemblies.
• Aid in test fixture development and improvement efforts.
• Travel to customer sites as needed for inspections, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Maintain accurate testing records and documentation.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in electrical or electronic testing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong troubleshooting skills at the board and component level.
• Experience with: High-voltage testing, PCB and electronic system troubleshooting, Oscilloscopes and DVMs, Electronic test equipment.
• Working knowledge of digital electronics.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Experience with power supplies or power conversion systems.
• Test fixture design experience.
• Manufacturing or engineering test environment experience.

What We're Looking For

Hands-on electronics troubleshooting expertise.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated professional with excellent communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
Detail-oriented technician who takes ownership of their work and contributes to continuous improvement efforts.

Work Environment

This position is based in a large engineering and manufacturing facility currently undergoing significant upgrades to enhance efficiency and capability. Employees have access to modern testing equipment, advanced manufacturing technology, and a collaborative team environment focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

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.