Instrumentation Technician

ALTEN Technology USA • Hayward, CA

128d • $65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
Instrumentation Technician

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with instrumentation, sensor installation, or lab-based testing.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, sensors (temperature, pressure, strain, etc.), and wiring techniques.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude for handling and installing instrumentation.
• Attention to detail, strong documentation skills, and ability to follow technical instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in battery or EV testing environments.
• Knowledge of high-voltage safety protocols and ESS lab procedures.
• Hands-on experience with sensor calibration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD or fixture design for sensor integration.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Install sensors and instrumentation on cells, modules, and battery packs according to engineering specifications.
• Prepare test articles for data acquisition, ensuring proper sensor placement and connectivity.
• Collaborate with engineers and ESS T&V technicians to support testing in MY2 and other projects.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure reliable and accurate measurements.
• Document installation procedures, sensor configurations, and test readiness status.
• Maintain lab organization and ensure safe handling of high-voltage and delicate test components.
• Support continuous improvement of instrumentation processes and setups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees