Engineering Support Technician

Job Title: Support TechnicianJob Description

The Support Technician performs maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on a wide range of mechanical and electromechanical equipment within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on keeping production equipment operating safely and efficiently by performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and collaborating with engineering on machinery design and programming improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance services and repairs on assigned manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation.

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, replace, and maintain existing mechanical systems and associated equipment, including air compressors, air dryers, dehumidifiers, cooling towers, and related components.

• Facilitate and accurately follow detailed operational instructions, job prints, and setup procedures for maintenance and repair tasks.

• Administer the preventive maintenance system, including planning, scheduling, and documenting activities, and provide required reports in a timely and accurate manner.

• Determine preventive maintenance requirements for new equipment and develop appropriate maintenance plans and schedules.

• Educate and train equipment operators to perform routine maintenance and basic care on their machines.

• Maintain a safe and effective work area by following safety procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Support the broader Facilities function as needed, contributing to the upkeep and reliability of building systems and infrastructure.

• Work with engineering teams on the design and programming of machinery to improve performance, reliability, and maintainability.

• Troubleshoot and assist with programming of PLC-controlled machinery to resolve equipment issues and optimize operation.

• Recognize and solve typical equipment and process problems using established operating procedures and scientific methods.

• Read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and blueprints to diagnose issues and perform accurate repairs.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing engineering or manufacturing team environment supporting manufacturing equipment.

• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical and electromechanical equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and associated equipment such as air compressors, air dryers, dehumidifiers, and cooling towers.

• Electrical troubleshooting skills for production and facility equipment.

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical components and equipment used in manufacturing environments.

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and blueprints.

• Capability to recognize and solve typical equipment problems using established operating procedures and scientific methods.

• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLC machinery or working closely with PLC-based systems.

• Ability to follow detailed operational instructions and job prints with a high degree of accuracy.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe work area and using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with engineering teams on machinery design and programming improvements.

• Background in administering preventive maintenance systems and generating maintenance reports.

• Experience training equipment operators on routine maintenance and basic equipment care.

• Familiarity with facilities support functions in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively to cross-functional teams.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing and industrial environment, working directly with production machinery and facility systems. Work hours depend on the building assignment and may follow schedules such as 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility required to work on machines that are down. The position involves frequent interaction with mechanical and electromechanical equipment, including air compressors, air dryers, dehumidifiers, and cooling towers, as well as PLC-controlled machinery. The work requires consistent use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety procedures. The organization offers a supportive culture with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, wellness incentives, an Employee Assistance Program, and on-site amenities such as a cafeteria, mini-mart, and vending machines. Employees receive competitive compensation with an annual bonus incentive plan, retirement benefits with a 401(k) match, and income protection through various insurance options. Work-life balance is supported through generous paid time off, paid holidays including a year-end shutdown, parental leave, and additional paid time for life events. The company encourages continuous learning through educational reimbursement and fosters an inclusive culture with business resource groups, volunteer opportunities, social activities, and an employee referral program. A flexible Dress for Your Day policy allows employees to choose appropriate attire for their schedule and tasks while maintaining safety requirements on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Simi Valley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.

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