Engineering Technician Job Description This position is for a Lab Technician who will support the launch and operation of a new IoT lab dedicated to testing software and conducting software integration. The role involves testing smart grills and connected portable devices, setting up tests, running them, collecting, and analyzing data. You will also collaborate with the R&D software QA team when bugs arise and eventually train incoming workers in the IoT lab. Responsibilities + Test smart grills and connected portable devices. + Set up and run tests, collect, and analyze data. + Collaborate with the R&D software QA team to address and resolve bugs. + Train new workers in the IoT lab. Essential Skills + Experience in testing validation and troubleshooting. + Proficiency in Excel. + Ability to work in a lab setting, including performing tests, collecting data, and documenting results. + Desire to work with electronics and software. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associate's Degree preferred. + Experience with electronics and IoT. + Familiarity with Instabug, Jira, and TestRail. Work Environment This position is on-site from Monday to Friday with flexible hours. Overtime is available if necessary. The lab environment currently consists of three people in the regular QA lab, and you will be the first in the IoT lab. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Hampshire, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.00/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 Hampshire,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.