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Mechatronics Technician

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Fremont, CAContract$35–42/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$35–42/hr
Location
Fremont, CA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Mechatronics Technician supports accelerated product durability testing through hands-on assembly and disassembly of vehicle components, test-fixture construction, and test execution. The role works with engineers and other technicians to address mechanical and electrical issues, support instrumentation and data acquisition, and develop effective solutions. The position is contract-to-hire and fully onsite in Fremont, California.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechatronics, nice to haveWiring, nice to haveHand Tools, nice to haveReading Wiring Diagrams, nice to haveFabrication Equipment, nice to haveMeasurement Tools, nice to haveCalipers, nice to haveDigital Multimeters, nice to haveData Acquisition Systems, nice to haveMicrosoft Office, nice to haveMechanical Troubleshooting, nice to haveLow-Voltage Components, nice to haveCAN Communication, nice to haveAnalytical Problem-Solving, nice to haveOrganization, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

Engineering team is looking for highly motivated technicians to support accelerated product durability testing. This role is very hands-on; Technicians personally assemble and disassemble vehicle components, build test fixtures, and execute tests. A successful candidate for this role must have a passion to learn and develop new skills. All team members collaborate to develop and implement effective solutions quickly. Responsibilities: Execute tests: setup, perform inspections, conduct maintenance, and retrofits Document and report issues identified during tests or inspections Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical & electrical issues discovered Support engineers in instrumentation and data acquisition Assist and learn from other technicians and engineers Assemble & wire test fixtures Ability to read wiring diagrams Work with fabrication equipment (drills, Band Saw) Excellent written & verbal communication skills Experience with measurement tools (multi-meters, force gauges, torque wrenches)

Skills

mechatronics, wiring, hand tools

Top Skills Details

mechatronics,wiring,hand tools

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to use basic measurement tools such as caliper, digital multimeter, and DAQs Analytical problem-solving skills Basic experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word) Strong organization skills Experience with measurement tools (multi-meters, force gauges, torque wrenches) Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems Experience working with low voltage components. Previous experience with CAN communication

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 711 open Test Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$35–42/hr
  • California median$30–42/hr92 hourly ranges
  • US median$28–35/hr330 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $38.50/hr, is 3% above the California median midpoint ($37/hr) — in the middle half of Test Technician hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 129 open Test Technician jobs in California and 711 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Test Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 4 years (498 postings).
Education
3 of the 711 open Test Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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