Mechanical Technician

Job Title: Mechanical TechnicianJob Description

The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for building and assembling generator components and subsystems while adhering to established procedures. This role includes inspecting test units, documenting findings for engineering teams, and supporting continuous improvements focused on safety, quality, and efficiency. The position requires the use of precision measuring equipment and close collaboration with engineering and production teams within a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble generator components and subsystems according to established procedures.
• Inspect test units and document findings for engineering teams.
• Support continuous improvements focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment in daily tasks.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical assembly expertise.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Minimum of 5 years industry experience, ideally 10+ years in automotive assembly and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and follow assembly procedures to build complex assemblies.
• Inspection, testing, and documentation skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings, schematics, or assembly instructions.
• Experience with quality inspections and documentation.
• Ability to work with tight tolerances (.001").
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, heavy equipment, energy, aerospace, or industrial environments.
• Ability to frequently lift 25 lbs and occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Experience contributing to process or safety improvements.
• Metal fabrication skills.

Work Environment

Join a team where you will tackle complex energy challenges in a collaborative and innovative environment. You will be surrounded by smart and driven individuals who value technical excellence and practical problem-solving. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of power generation. Dress code is casual, and work involves using various mechanical and precision tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Menlo Park, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $37.00/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 Menlo Park,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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 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.

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