USA_Electro Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and execution of preventative maintenance plans on lab equipment.
• Perform various electrical and mechanical tests, recording and archiving data and findings.
• Assist in designing, updating, building, and troubleshooting test infrastructure and fixtures.
• Maintain and perform specified tests on HVAC components.
• Carry out tests using bespoke test equipment and assist in setting up, programming, and running tests on mechanical parts.
• Complete test reports and perform safety inspections.
• Maintain safety inspection results and complete preventative maintenance requirements.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and assist in devising, fabricating, and assembling test equipment or test samples.
• Take detailed measurements and observations, conveying them clearly.

Requirements

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work within a team.
• Good interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic computer skills, such as word processing, data entry, and email.
• Understanding of equipment and lab safety requirements.
• Ability to assist all levels of engineers with tasks and assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CAD experience.
• LabView experience.
• Experience reading 2D drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronics concepts.
• Mechanical experience in assembling testing equipment.
• Experience in a lab environment collecting data with mechanical test equipment like torque drivers, micrometers, calipers, and multimeters.
• Commercial HVAC knowledge and familiarity.

Work Environment

The position requires working onsite from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with no travel involved. The role involves using tools and debugging with mechanical equipment. Fieldglass is used for timekeeping. The work environment is a mechanical test lab where safety and compliance with equipment and lab requirements are paramount.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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. 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Electro Mechanical Technician for an onsite position with a duration of at least one year. The role involves assisting and facilitating test plans on HVAC components and maintaining preventative maintenance plans. This position offers the opportunity to work in a mechanical test lab, primarily testing devices and subcomponents used in HVAC systems.