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Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports engineering and manufacturing operations by performing routine testing, troubleshooting, and equipment check-out activities. This role assists engineers in developing, modifying, and validating products, processes, and test equipment by working from schematics, diagrams, written instructions, and defined plans. The Engineering Technician uses a variety of diagnostic, test, and measurement tools to ensure accurate results and effective problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting tasks using schematics, diagrams, verbal instructions, and technical documentation.
• Identify routine malfunctions and assist in determining corrective actions.
• Assist engineers in the design, modification, and evaluation of products, processes, and test equipment.
• Conduct tests, collect data, and maintain accurate records to support engineering analysis and decision-making.
• Follow all established procedures and safety guidelines to ensure accurate test results, equipment protection, and a safe work environment.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support operational and engineering goals.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with electrical circuits, soldering, micrometers, and oscilloscopes.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid technical aptitude and familiarity with diagnostic/test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and test programs.
• Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year technical/trade degree preferred.
• Equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a testing, engineering support, or technical environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a unique and highly hands-on lab environment, located within a research park. The work atmosphere is collaborative, with initial and ongoing training provided through a peer-based model. Day-to-day tasks are guided by a Technician Team Lead, with exposure to multiple team members for broader knowledge sharing. The organization emphasizes building independence once training is complete.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $31.25/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

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.

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