Engineering Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Engineering Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in setting up, calibrating, and operating manufacturing equipment while adhering to production schedules and quality standards. This position involves assembling electromechanical subassemblies and finished medical devices, as well as conducting functional and electrical testing using both automated and manual instruments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and operate basic manufacturing equipment in accordance with production schedules and quality standards.
• Assemble electromechanical subassemblies and finished medical devices, including handling small precision components.
• Perform functional and electrical testing using automated equipment and manual instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and function generators.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to product lines and manufacturing processes to minimize defects and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Conduct electrical testing of medical device hardware in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Support rework, repair, servicing, and refurbishment of nonconforming products.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production equipment and document activities in CMMS InforEAM.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation, including Device History Records (DHR), ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Utilize electronic systems and software tools for data collection and production tracking.
• Adhere strictly to FDA regulations, Quality Management System (QMS), and Environmental Health & Safety procedures.
• Support engineering initiatives such as process validation, continuous improvement, and new product introduction (NPI).
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, yields, and productivity.
• Manage priorities across multiple product lines with minimal supervision.
• Provide cross-functional support and training to team members as needed.
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
• Interpret technical documents, including SOPs, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Support audits and inspections and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and contractors.

Essential Skills

• Electromechanical assembly
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Electrical testing and inspection
• Use of test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to follow SOPs, drawings, and technical instructions
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA-regulated environments
• Computer/data entry skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a medical device or highly regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience with cleanroom operations is an advantage.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems such as InforEAM is beneficial.
• Exposure to QMS, EMS, and compliance standards is desirable.
• Experience in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing is a plus.
• A BA/BS degree in an Engineering field is strongly preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working from 6 AM to 4:30 PM, focusing on medical device manufacturing. The position requires adherence to cleanroom protocols and handling of small precision components. The dress code is aligned with cleanroom and safety standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX.

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

This is a fully onsite position in Plano,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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