Test Technician

ActalentNew Jersey, United StatesOn-siteContractListed 13 minutes ago

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About this role

Entry-Level Electronics Test Technician

Launch Your Career in Advanced Electronics & Power Systems

Do you have a passion for electronics and troubleshooting? We're seeking an Entry-Level Electronics Test Technician to join a growing team focused on testing, calibrating, and repairing advanced power electronics used in cutting-edge applications. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Physics, or a related field, as well as those with an Associate Degree or technical certification in Electronics. Whether your experience comes from internships, co-ops, laboratory work, military electronics, or hands-on projects, you'll gain valuable real-world experience working alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals.

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What You'll Do

- Test, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair advanced DC power supplies and power conversion systems.
- Perform first-time power-up and validation of newly assembled electronic products using established procedures.
- Use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electronic test equipment to evaluate system performance and identify issues.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Perform component- and circuit-level troubleshooting on analog and digital electronic systems.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing defects, assembly discrepancies, and performance issues.
- Verify assemblies against bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve product quality and reliability.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in test and repair processes.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and quality-focused work environment.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Physics, or related technical discipline; OR
- Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics Technology, Electrical Technology, or similar field.
- Internship, co-op, laboratory, military, or hands-on experience working with electronic systems.
- Strong understanding of electronic fundamentals, including: Ohm's Law
- Analog circuits
- Digital circuits
- Circuit analysis and troubleshooting

- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Why Join Us?

- Excellent entry point into the electronics and engineering industry.
- Hands-on experience with sophisticated power electronic technologies.
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers and technical experts.
- Career growth, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.
- Innovative, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.

Ideal backgrounds include: Electrical Engineering Graduate, Electronics Engineering Technology Graduate, Electronics Technician, Engineering Intern, Electronics Lab Technician, Military Electronics Technician, Test Technician, or Electrical Engineering Co-op Student.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of High Bridge, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/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 High Bridge, NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in High Bridge,NJ. 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 [email protected] 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.