Engineering Technician

Job Title: Engineering Technician Job Description
The Engineering Technician supports research and development activities for medical devices by performing testing, troubleshooting, and quality measurements in an R&D laboratory environment. This role works closely with the engineering team to execute predefined protocols, analyze test data, and prepare formal documentation that supports development projects and quality initiatives. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to products that improve and save people's lives and to grow into a long-term, full-time role.
Responsibilities
- Test, troubleshoot, and perform quality measurements on medical devices in an R&D engineering lab environment.
- Work in conjunction with the engineering team to support research and development projects throughout the product creation phase.
- Set up and execute predefined test protocols using established scientific methods and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct tests and collect data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with quality guidelines.
- Perform basic statistical analysis of test results to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
- Investigate complex product and process failures, determine root causes, and document findings in a clear and structured manner.
- Release formal documentation required for research and development projects, following document control practices.
- Author formal documents required to address quality directives, including Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) and Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
- Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement to support new product development.
- Assist engineers and scientists in creating, modifying, and testing products and processes across research and development, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection, and maintenance activities as applicable.
- Develop and test solutions to solve technical problems using established principles, theories, and concepts.
- Apply working knowledge of the technical field to follow established procedures and guidelines in daily tasks.
- Work under direct supervision, following detailed verbal and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Adhere strictly to GMP, GDP, and other applicable quality and regulatory standards, especially within an FDA-regulated medical environment.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation and contribute to document control activities in support of quality and regulatory compliance.
Essential Skills
- 12 years of experience developing and modifying test procedures in a technical, laboratory, or manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of a technical field or area of specialization, with ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts to practical tasks.
- Hands-on experience in GMP and GDP environments, preferably within pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing or laboratory settings.
- Experience with technical writing and formal documentation, including CAPAs, ECRs, and document control processes.
- Ability to understand abstract requirements and assess vulnerabilities in proposed technical solutions.
- Good analytical skills and strong attention to detail when conducting tests, analyzing data, and documenting results.
- Ability to investigate and document complex failures and identify areas of improvement in products and processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products for data analysis, reporting, and documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, scientists, and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work under direct supervision and follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to follow established procedures, SOPs, and scientific methods while adhering to quality guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associates degree in a technical field required or strongly preferred.
- Bachelors degree in engineering highly preferred.
- Experience in medical FDA-regulated environments.
- Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory work, or medical device development.
- Experience in new product development and R&D environments.
- Familiarity with schematic interpretation and basic electronic or mechanical principles.
- Experience with document control systems and quality management processes.
- Ability to perform basic statistical analysis of test data.
- Motivation to support products that improve and save people's lives.
- Interest in a long-term opportunity with potential to convert to a full-time employee role.
Work Environment
This role operates within an R&D engineering laboratory inside a medical device manufacturing setting. The environment is highly regulated and quality-focused, following GMP, GDP, and FDA requirements. Work is performed using established scientific methods, standard operating procedures, and formal documentation practices. You will collaborate closely with engineers and scientists in a technical lab environment that emphasizes safety, precision, and compliance, with regular use of computers and standard office software for data analysis and reporting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. About Actalent

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