Engineering Assembly Technician

Description

Education & Experience Requirements

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Associate Degree: Considered beneficial and may qualify candidates for the higher end of the pay range.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand tools.

Ability to:

o Read and interpret assembly drawings.

o Troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues.

o Follow established procedures and documented work instructions.

o Work within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform electromechanical assembly activities.

Read and interpret assembly documentation and drawings.

Troubleshoot assembly and production-related issues.

Maintain compliance with regulated processes and procedures.

Assist with other operational activities as business needs require.

Schedule

Standard schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Some flexibility available:

o 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM is acceptable.

o Limited flexibility beyond that due to operational coverage requirements.

Team Structure

Works independently on daily assignments.

Part of a broader team environment.

Approximately three technical operators currently perform similar work within the department.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/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 Newton,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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 [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.