Engineering Technician 5

Aleron

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Description
Job Title: Product Technician 5
Location: Fremont,CA
Employment Type: Contract
Industry: Defense
Compensation: $46.43/ hour
About the Opportunity:
We’re seeking an experienced Engineering Technician V to support the development, assembly, troubleshooting, testing, and validation of advanced semiconductor equipment and prototype systems. In this highly hands-on role, you’ll collaborate closely with engineers to build prototypes, design test fixtures, troubleshoot electromechanical systems, and support product development initiatives from concept through validation.
This position is ideal for a technically skilled professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working with advanced equipment, and supporting cutting-edge engineering projects in a laboratory environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
  • Work with innovative semiconductor technologies and next-generation equipment.
  • Collaborate directly with engineering teams on development and prototyping projects.
  • Gain exposure to mechanical, electrical, thermal, vacuum, and automation technologies.
  • Contribute to equipment innovation, process improvements, and product development efforts.
  • Join a fast-paced environment where technical initiative and problem-solving are highly valued.
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
This role offers an excellent balance of hands-on technical work and engineering collaboration. You’ll help bring ideas to life by building, testing, troubleshooting, and improving prototypes, laboratory equipment, and advanced semiconductor systems while serving as a key technical resource within the engineering organization.
About Acara Solutions
Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.
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What You’ll Do:
  • Support engineering activities including assembly, testing, fabrication, troubleshooting, and modification of prototype electromechanical systems.
  • Build, modify, and validate prototype equipment, engineering fixtures, specialized laboratory equipment, and test systems.
  • Perform operational testing, fault isolation, and root-cause investigations on equipment and subsystems.
  • Read and interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, layouts, diagrams, and technical documentation.
  • Work with engineers to design, machine, fabricate, and assemble custom components and prototype hardware.
  • Support thermal testing, stress testing, electrical testing, and system validation activities.
  • Utilize diagnostic equipment and data acquisition systems to collect and analyze performance data.
  • Troubleshoot laboratory equipment, test setups, and development systems.
  • Provide feedback to engineers regarding manufacturability, reliability, test results, and product improvements.
  • Support laboratory organization, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance requirements.
  • Act as a technical resource for less experienced team members and support small engineering projects.
Job Requirements
What You’ll Bring:
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering technician, electromechanical assembly, laboratory support, manufacturing engineering support, or related technical environments.
  • 3+ years of experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems, equipment, or engineering prototypes.
  • 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, engineering documentation, and technical instructions.
  • 2+ years of experience supporting laboratory test activities, prototype builds, validation efforts, or engineering development projects.
  • 2+ years of experience utilizing diagnostic equipment, data acquisition systems, or engineering test equipment.
What Sets You Apart:
  • Experience with electromechanical troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
  • Experience operating manual mills, lathes, and fabrication equipment.
  • Experience designing and building engineering fixtures, tooling, and prototype hardware.
  • Knowledge of vacuum systems and vacuum troubleshooting.
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other test instrumentation.
  • Experience supporting thermal testing, environmental testing, or stress testing activities.
  • Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping technologies.
  • Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and ability to identify process enhancements.
  • Strong technical communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and stakeholders.
  • Experience supporting semiconductor equipment, automation systems, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
Additional Information:
  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
  • Overtime: May be required based on project schedules and engineering deadlines.
  • Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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