Electro-Mechanical Technician at Actalent in Maple Grove, MN

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Technician

Job Description

The Electro-Mechanical Technician is responsible for the hands-on assembly, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of capital and reusable medical device systems. This role works directly on the manufacturing floor to build electro-mechanical capital equipment, integrate computer modules into cart-based systems, and support the assembly of reusable system components. The technician follows approved work instructions, drawings, and quality procedures to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant products in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electro-mechanical capital equipment and reusable medical device system components in accordance with approved work instructions and quality procedures.
• Install and integrate computer modules into larger cart-based systems, ensuring proper mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
• Perform hands-on electrical assembly activities, including cable assembly, connector installation, circuit testing, and soldering.
• Read and follow electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, bills of material, and detailed work instructions to complete builds accurately.
• Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical systems to identify issues and verify performance.
• Apply electro-mechanical troubleshooting techniques and root-cause problem-solving methods to resolve build and process issues.
• Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, test equipment, torque tools, hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and material-handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Document assembly steps, test results, and any nonconformances accurately and on time in production records and electronic systems.
• Maintain consistent adherence to safety, quality, and documentation requirements in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Support first-pass yield improvement, high workmanship quality, and reduction of avoidable rework through careful assembly and testing practices.
• Identify, escalate, and communicate build or process issues to Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials, and other operations functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the manufacturing floor, contributing to positive teamwork, cross-training, and floor readiness.
• Manage changing production priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation as needed.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability in electro-mechanical systems, including root-cause problem solving.
• Hands-on mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly experience, including wiring and electrical integration.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, bills of material, and detailed work instructions.
• Proficiency with electrical assembly tasks such as cable assembly, connector installation, circuit testing, and soldering.
• Ability to safely and effectively use multimeters, oscilloscopes, test equipment, torque tools, hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and material-handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation and a commitment to product quality and compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment while managing changing production priorities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials, and other operations functions.
• Basic computer proficiency for entering production records, capturing test results, and following electronic work instructions.
• Consistent adherence to safety, quality, and documentation requirements in a regulated manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electro-mechanical capital equipment or medical device manufacturing is beneficial.
• Familiarity with eCAD software such as Altium or similar tools is a plus.
• Experience with pneumatics and electronics in a manufacturing or test environment is advantageous.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical documentation.
• Experinece in repair, installation, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems is helpful.
• Demonstrated ability to support first-pass yield improvement, high workmanship quality, and reduction of avoidable rework.
• Track record of effective identification and communication of build or process issues to cross-functional teams.
• Positive attitude toward teamwork, cross-training, and contributing to manufacturing floor readiness.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role in an expanded manufacturing facility, working directly on the production floor alongside engineering and operations teams on the capital equipment side. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, with close collaboration between technicians, engineering, quality, and materials functions. Work is performed in a regulated medical device manufacturing setting focused on building a state-of-the-art device for minimally invasive prostate cancer therapy that has received U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Technicians use a variety of tools and test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque tools, hand and power tools, fixtures, and material-handling equipment. The role involves standing and moving around the production floor, working at benches and assembly stations, and following established safety and quality procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

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.

Health, dental, and life insurance A 401(k) retirement plan (without employer match) Tuition reimbursement

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com 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.