Job Title: Engineering Lab TechnicianJob Description

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Engineering Lab Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting global development teams by addressing pipeline issues, integrating new hardware, and maintaining our lab's infrastructure.

ResponsibilitiesBe present in the lab every working day to promptly address pipeline issues for global development teams.Assess and integrate new boards as they are introduced.Assemble Raspberry Pis and build servers.Provision servers using automation infrastructure, such as Ansible.Perform maintenance on modifications, including soldering, establishing new pin connections, and setting up new test configurations.Improve pipeline hardware reliability by recording issues and investigating root causes.Manage inventory by updating boards to newer versions, purchasing, and organizing new items.Support the continuous expansion of the pipeline.Essential SkillsExperience with microcontroller units (MCUs).Proficiency in soldering.Familiarity with Raspberry Pi.Linux Support experience.Ability to use multimeters.Experience with logic analyzers.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with automation tools such as Ansible.Work Environment

The Engineering Lab Technician will work in a dynamic lab environment, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The role requires hands-on work with various hardware and the use of tools such as multimeters and logic analyzers. The position involves standard working hours, with an emphasis on being present in the lab to address issues as they arise. The dress code is casual, appropriate for a lab setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 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.

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