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Akkodis lists this Electronic/ Electromechanical Engineer opportunity in north chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Akkodis is seeking a Engineer - Degreed II for a 12-month contract with a client in Abbott Park IL 60064
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Title: Engineer - Degreed II
Location: Abbott Park IL 60064
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Range: $28- $29/hr. (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)
Summary
Engineer II to provide hands-on laboratory support for troubleshooting and evaluating complex electromechanical systems used in product development and service engineering activities. This role is heavily lab-focused, with approximately 80% of time spent diagnosing and resolving issues related to printed circuit boards (PCBs), cables, fluidics, mechanical hardware, motors, pumps, valves, and system-level components using oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools.
The successful candidate will work independently to identify root causes, conduct testing and analysis, document findings, and collaborate closely with software, hardware, firmware, and systems engineers to resolve technical issues. This position requires a strong troubleshooting mindset, the ability to execute test protocols, and experience working within an engineering laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and fault isolation of PCBs, cables, fluidic systems, mechanical hardware, motors, valves, pumps, and related components.
• Utilize oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools to identify and resolve system issues.
• Conduct system runs, testing activities, evaluations, and engineering analyses to support product development and service engineering efforts.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and firmware engineers to investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Execute design verification testing, document results, and generate engineering test reports.
• Build, modify, and evaluate prototype fixtures, tools, and breadboard assemblies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, specifications, schematics, and mechanical layouts.
• Apply engineering principles and independent judgment to solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancements, and risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, quality requirements, and company procedures.
Required Experience
• 3-5 Year experience; Minimum 6 months of hands-on engineering experience gained through professional employment, internships, co-ops, research labs, or academic projects.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to independently investigate, diagnose, and resolve technical issues.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and performing repetitive testing activities.
Key Skills
• PCB troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Oscilloscopes and electronic test equipment
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Engineering testing and validation
• Technical documentation
• Reading schematics and engineering drawings
• Laboratory operations and support
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred Experience
• Experience with fluidics systems, motors, pumps, valves, and instrumentation.
• Exposure to medical devices, diagnostics, or regulated environments.
• Experience supporting design verification or product development activities.
• Familiarity with prototype development, fixtures, and custom tooling.
• Knowledge of FDA-regulated environments and quality systems.
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. xhqgsiq Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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Worksite address
north chicago, IL, 60064, US
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