Electrical Assembly Technician (Cleanroom Manufacturing)
Location: Fairfield, CT
Schedule: Compressed Work Week (CWW) - Days & Nights Available
Start Your Career in Electrical Assembly & Advanced Manufacturing
Are you a trade school graduate, electrical program student, or hands-on learner interested in electrical assembly and high-tech manufacturing? This Entry-Level Electrical Assembly Technician role offers hands-on experience assembling, wiring, and testing electrical components and subassemblies in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with wiring, connectors, tools, and diagrams, and who want structured training, steady schedules, and a clear path to grow into senior technician or engineering support roles.
What You'll DoElectrical Assembly & Wiring
Assemble and wire electrical components and subassemblies following work instructions, wiring diagrams, and schematics
Install connectors, cables, harnesses, sensors, and electrical hardware
Perform soldering and crimping as required (training provided if needed)
Ensure proper routing, labeling, and securement of wiring
Testing & Inspection
Perform basic electrical and functional testing using standard equipment
Conduct continuity checks, visual inspections, and verification testing
Identify, document, and report wiring defects or assembly errors
Support repairs, rework, and corrective actions
Quality & Process Discipline
Follow all safety, ESD, cleanroom, and quality procedures
Accurately document work completed and issues identified
Participate in Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement activities
Team Collaboration
Work closely with other assembly technicians, leads, and engineers
Learn best practices for electrical assembly and manufacturing
Support production schedules and daily electrical build priorities
Who This Role Is For
This is an entry-level electrical assembly role, designed for candidates beginning their careers in electrical or electro-mechanical manufacturing.
Required Skills
Electrical or electro-mechanical aptitude
Comfort working with hand tools and small components
Ability to follow wiring diagrams, schematics, or detailed instructions
Strong attention to detail and quality
Willingness to learn and work in a cleanroom environment
Nice-to-Have (Not Required)
Electrical assembly or wiring experience
Trade school, vocational, or technical electrical training
Soldering, crimping, or cable assembly experience
Experience using basic electrical test equipment (multimeter, continuity tester)
Familiarity with ESD, Lean, or 5S environments
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
Trade school, technical program, or associate degree preferred
Electrical Technology
Mechatronics
Electronics
Equivalent hands-on electrical assembly experience considered
Training & ScheduleTraining
Paid, hands-on electrical assembly training provided
Initial training on 2nd or 3rd shift for ~4-6 weeks
No cleanroom experience required
Compressed Work Week - Night Shift
12-hour shifts: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
15% night shift differential
Built-in overtime
CWW N1 Shift
Week 1: Sunday-Tuesday
Week 2: Sunday-Wednesday (every other Wednesday)
CWW N2 Shift
Week 1: Wednesday-Saturday
Week 2: Thursday-Saturday (+ every other Wednesday)
Work Environment
Cleanroom manufacturing facility
Standing, detailed, repetitive electrical assembly work
Strong focus on precision, ESD control, and safety
Professional, high-tech production setting
Why Start Your Electrical Assembly Career Here
Join one of Connecticut's top employers
Gain hands-on experience in semiconductor electrical systems
Structured training and mentoring
Clear paths into senior Electrical Technician, Test, or Engineering Support roles
Competitive pay with shift differential and overtime
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgeport, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.
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 Bridgeport,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
