Job Title: Commissioning Technician
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Employment Type: Temp (11 months)
Industry: Manufacturing
Compensation: $71.00 - $77.85/hr.
Schedule: 40 hours/week - 1
st shift
About the Opportunity:
- We are seeking a skilled Commissioning Technician to support the installation, modification, testing, and commissioning of rail vehicle systems and associated equipment.
- In this hands-on role, you'll troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical systems, perform field upgrades, and ensure rail vehicles meet operational, safety, and performance requirements.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
- Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
- People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
- Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
- This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.
About Acara Solutions
- Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.
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What You'll Do:
- Perform field modifications, retrofits, upgrades, and commissioning activities on rail vehicles and related systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems ranging from 24VDC control circuits to 480VAC power systems.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment issues.
- Conduct testing, inspections, and operational validation to verify system performance, safety, and installation quality.
- Document commissioning activities, corrective actions, deficiencies, and testing results while supporting customer-site startup and warranty activities.
What You'll Bring:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 6+ years of experience performing field modifications and validating system functionality.
- 6+ years of experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
- 6+ years of experience working on any type of machinery or vehicle such as Cars, Trucks, Submarine, Boat, Tractor, Heavy Machinery, Welding, etc.
- 6+ years of experience working on appliances or any type of electronics.
- 6+ years of troubleshooting experience involving electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical systems.
What Sets You Apart:
- Strong working knowledge of electrical systems from 24VDC through 480VAC.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering change documentation.
- Skilled in the use of electrical test equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and related diagnostic tools.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve complex technical problems with limited supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Experience commissioning rail vehicles, transit systems, industrial equipment, or other complex electromechanical systems.
- Ability to perform software-assisted diagnostics and fault analysis.
- Familiarity with CAN communication networks, PLC controls, or vehicle control systems.
- Previous field service or startup/commissioning experience in a customer-facing environment.
- Electrical Troubleshooting.
- Mechanical Troubleshooting.
- Independent Problem Solving.
- Technical Documentation Interpretation.
- Root Cause Analysis.
- Field Modification Execution.
- Commissioning & Testing.
- Safety and Quality Compliance.
Additional Information:
- Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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Sep 30, 2026