Actalent
Job Title: Engineering Lab Technician
Job Description
This position is part of the materials and process engineering group supporting materials testing, process validation, and sample preparation. This candidate will be working closely with our materials lab and will be stationed at Sun Valley, CA., but periodic travel to Glendale will be required. This candidate shall have the ability to communicate and work together effectively with their peers, complete work in a timely manner, and be detailed oriented.
Scope The Materials and Process Technician will work on projects and provide support to the materials & processing engineering group. This position is responsible for the testing, data acquisition, and quality assurance of any interconnect products and related components. The technician will be involved with cross-section equipment, analytical instruments, and testing equipment to ensure compliance to customer and company specifications. Travel to other Glenair locations, such as in Anaheim or Santa Fe Springs may be required.
Responsibilities
Test specimens and perform tests according to standard procedures.
Generate high-quality test reports.
Work with production and engineering staff to troubleshoot non-conforming products.
Essential Skills
Wire Testing
Mechanical Testing
Chemical Testing
Experience working with lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing
Solidworks
Molding
Elastomers
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret industry test standards.
Create, update, and maintain standard operating procedures for lab equipment.
Perform tasks in a timely manner.
Maintain clean and efficient lab workspaces.
Recognize changes in trends across various tests and projects.
Work Environment
The role is based in an industrial laboratory, where you will be working with various lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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 Glendale,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.
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.
Job Description
This position is part of the materials and process engineering group supporting materials testing, process validation, and sample preparation. This candidate will be working closely with our materials lab and will be stationed at Sun Valley, CA., but periodic travel to Glendale will be required. This candidate shall have the ability to communicate and work together effectively with their peers, complete work in a timely manner, and be detailed oriented.
Scope The Materials and Process Technician will work on projects and provide support to the materials & processing engineering group. This position is responsible for the testing, data acquisition, and quality assurance of any interconnect products and related components. The technician will be involved with cross-section equipment, analytical instruments, and testing equipment to ensure compliance to customer and company specifications. Travel to other Glenair locations, such as in Anaheim or Santa Fe Springs may be required.
Responsibilities
Test specimens and perform tests according to standard procedures.
Generate high-quality test reports.
Work with production and engineering staff to troubleshoot non-conforming products.
Essential Skills
Wire Testing
Mechanical Testing
Chemical Testing
Experience working with lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing
Solidworks
Molding
Elastomers
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret industry test standards.
Create, update, and maintain standard operating procedures for lab equipment.
Perform tasks in a timely manner.
Maintain clean and efficient lab workspaces.
Recognize changes in trends across various tests and projects.
Work Environment
The role is based in an industrial laboratory, where you will be working with various lab equipment for mechanical, thermal, or chemical testing.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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 Glendale,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.
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.