Engineering Technician

Mechanical Assembly & Automation Technician

Project-Based Contract | Hands-On Build Role

Join a growing automation team building custom assembly stations, conveyor systems, and industrial equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with tools, following engineering drawings, and seeing projects come together from the ground up.

What You'll Do

• Assemble aluminum extrusion structures, conveyor systems, and custom workstations.

• Read CAD models, assembly drawings, and electrical schematics.

• Wire control panels and electrical components using provided drawings.

• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment to ensure quality builds.

• Install and anchor equipment on-site as needed.

• Work closely with engineers to bring designs into reality.

What We're Looking For

• 1-3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, machine building, industrial maintenance, or shop fabrication.

• Ability to read mechanical drawings, CAD models, and basic electrical schematics.

• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, calipers, tape measures, and levels.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.

• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Nice to Have

• Technical school, vocational training, or mechatronics background.

• Experience with automation equipment, conveyors, or industrial machinery.

• Basic electrical wiring experience.

Work Environment

• Full-time, onsite contract position.

• Project lengths can range from 1 week to 4-6 months depending on workload and performance.

• Primarily hands-on work in a clean, safety-focused shop environment.

• Potential opportunity for longer-term or permanent employment based on business needs and performance.

Perfect for someone who enjoys building things, working with tools, and turning engineering designs into real-world equipment.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Prairie, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 position based out of Grand Prairie, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Prairie,TX.

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.