Electrical Engineering Technician

Actalent • Burlington, NC • 2h ago

Job Title: Engineering Technician- This role is available on 2nd or 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

Support engineering teams with manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement projects throughout the facility.

Troubleshoot equipment issues involving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

Assist with PLC programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of automated production equipment.

Support robotics, sensors, drives, control systems, vision systems, and industrial electronics used across the plant.

Perform root cause analysis on equipment and process issues and help implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and performance.

Create and update engineering drawings using 2D and 3D CAD software.

Assist with equipment installations, process improvements, and production line modifications within welding, paint, plastics, and assembly areas.

Work directly with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and support safe, efficient operations.

Document engineering changes, project activities, and equipment improvements in a clear and accurate manner.

Support safety, quality, and productivity initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Apply knowledge of welds and work effectively within welding environments as needed.

Essential Skills

Associate's Degree in Mechatronics, Controls Technology, Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field.

Basic PLC programming and troubleshooting experience, including exposure to PLCs in a manufacturing environment.

Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.

Understanding of industrial electrical and electronic systems.

Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

Experience reading electrical schematics and technical drawings.

Familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar 2D/3D CAD software.

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work hands-on with manufacturing equipment in a production environment.

Experience working in or around welding environments and understanding welds

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/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 Burlington,NC.

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.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com 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.

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