Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

This Engineering Technician role focuses on supporting and enhancing PLC-controlled packaging equipment and automation systems in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic components, support new machine integration and equipment startups, and help drive continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers hands-on exposure to advanced automation technologies, including PLCs, vision systems, serialization, and servo-driven equipment, while collaborating closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled packaging equipment and automation systems to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components on manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Support machine integration projects, including new equipment installations, start-ups, and controls-related improvements.
• Configure, program, and maintain vision systems, barcode and data matrix systems, HMIs, and servo-driven equipment.
• Develop, update, and maintain technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), setup sheets, engineering studies, and validation documentation.
• Train operators, mechanics, and engineering personnel on machine controls, automation systems, and best practices for equipment use and troubleshooting.
• Support investigations, change controls, equipment evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives related to packaging and automation systems.
• Provide technical support to production and project teams, responding to issues and helping to optimize equipment performance.
• Use technical software tools for PLC, servo, vision, and control platforms to diagnose issues and implement improvements.
• Participate in validation, debugging, and optimization activities for new and existing packaging lines and automation systems.
• Maintain compliance with regulated manufacturing standards while performing all technical and documentation-related tasks.
• Support multiple shifts and occasional off-hours requests to address urgent technical issues or project needs.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with automation and industrial control systems, including PLC-controlled equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and electronic systems, including field devices and control circuits.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting for automation and integration projects.
• Proficiency with servo systems and servo-driven equipment.
• Experience with HMI interface design, configuration, and monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of packaging line equipment, including design, operation, and maintenance.
• Experience with serialization systems used in packaging or regulated manufacturing.
• Proficiency with vision inspection systems and image-based quality or verification tools.
• Experience with data matrix and barcode systems for product identification and tracking.
• Ability to use technical software for PLCs, servo systems, vision systems, and control platforms.
• Proficiency with office software, including Excel, Word, Project, and QAD or similar systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical and electronic schematics accurately.
• Experience working in an industrial automation environment, preferably within regulated manufacturing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated technical problem-solving ability and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Ability to maintain compliance with regulated manufacturing standards.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs, stand for long periods, work around machinery, and wear required PPE and gowning.
• Ability to work safely in environments with exposure to fumes and heat in a packaging setting.
• Flexibility to support multiple shifts and occasional off-hours requests as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation such as SOPs, setup sheets, engineering studies, and validation documents.
• Experience in supporting investigations, change controls, and equipment evaluations.
• Experience training operators, mechanics, and engineering personnel on machine controls and automated systems.
• Exposure to high-tech packaging systems and regulated manufacturing processes.
• Experience participating in continuous improvement initiatives for packaging or automation systems.
• Comfort working in a cross-functional environment with engineering, quality assurance, and operations teams.
• Interest in leading projects and mentoring or training others in automation technologies.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with mechanical aspects of packaging equipment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a regulated manufacturing and packaging environment with advanced automation technologies, including PLCs, vision systems, serialization, and servo-driven equipment. You will work standard weekday hours, Monday through Friday, typically from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexibility to support multiple shifts and occasional off-hours requests when needed. The position involves working around operating machinery, standing for extended periods, and lifting up to 30 lbs. You will wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and gowning and may experience exposure to fumes and heat in the packaging area. The environment encourages cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations teams, and offers opportunities to lead projects, train others, and work on installation, debugging, validation, and continuous improvement activities in a high-retention, technology-driven setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wayne, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72000.00 - $83000.00/yr.

Competitive compensation, health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for training and advancement.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wayne,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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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