Electronic Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electronic Assembly Technician
Job Description

This role supports high-volume electronic assembly operations within the Assembly Department, with a strong focus on hands-on soldering and cable assembly for established production lines. You will work on electronic assemblies, wiring, and printed circuit boards while performing testing, calibration, and troubleshooting using a variety of test equipment. Due to increased production demand and aggressive ramp-up timelines, this position requires someone who can contribute quickly with minimal training and work independently on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on electronic assembly, including through-hole soldering, cable assembly, wiring, and printed circuit board work for high-volume production lines.
• Assemble, inspect, and rework electronic components and printed circuit boards in accordance with J-STD soldering standards and internal quality procedures.
• Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, voltmeters, and other electronic test instruments to verify functionality and ensure assemblies meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot and debug electronic assemblies and circuits, identifying and resolving issues related to wiring, components, and printed circuit boards.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, engineering documentation, and assembly instructions to complete builds accurately and efficiently.
• Perform electronics testing, calibration, and verification activities to support production quality and reliability requirements.
• Follow established processes and work instructions to maintain consistency and compliance in a regulated or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Work independently on a production line with minimal supervision while meeting production targets and aggressive ramp-up timelines.
• Maintain a high level of reliability, including consistent attendance, punctuality, and long-term commitment to production schedules.
• Collaborate with engineering, test, and production teams to resolve assembly issues and continuously improve build quality and throughput.

• Strong hands-on soldering experience, particularly through-hole soldering for electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards.
• J-STD soldering certification and demonstrated ability to apply soldering standards in a production environment.
• Previous experience in high-volume or regulated manufacturing environments, particularly in electronics or electrical assembly.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, voltmeters, and other diagnostic tools.
• Ability to interpret and work from electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Experience with electronic assembly, wiring, printed circuit boards, and electronics testing and calibration.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug electronic assemblies and circuits using test equipment and systematic problem-solving methods.
• Capability to ramp quickly with limited training and testing time, contributing effectively under aggressive production timelines.
• Ability to work independently on a production line with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards.
• High level of reliability, attendance, and demonstrated long-term commitment to production operations.

• Prior manufacturing or electronic assembly experience in an industrial or production setting.
• Familiarity with mechanical aspects of assembly and integration of electronic components into larger systems.
• Experience using a range of test equipment and tools for electronics troubleshooting and verification.
• Comfort working with printed circuit boards, including assembly, inspection, and rework.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset in a fast-paced production environment.

This position is 100% onsite in Pottstown, PA, within a high-volume electronic assembly and manufacturing environment. You will work primarily in the Assembly Department on established production lines, using soldering equipment, test instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters, and other standard electronics assembly tools. The work environment emphasizes consistent processes, adherence to quality standards, and the ability to ramp up quickly to meet increased production demand and aggressive timelines. You can expect a hands-on role with close interaction with production and engineering teams in a structured manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pottstown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Pottstown,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

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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.