Engineering Technician, Hardware

Our team of Technicians support the Advanced Hardware Engineering (AHE) department in their testing and development of sensors, compute, and power system ECUs (Electronic Control Units). Our work ranges from urgent one-off tasks such as soldering down breakout wires on a PCBA to complex, ongoing projects such as assembling and supporting development of an ECU test setup built into a full-sized server rack. We seek motivated individuals with technical experience working on electrical subsystems that have an eagerness to learn and grow their skillset. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Cable harness and test setup assembly, modifications, testing, and documentation.
• Soldering and PCBA reworks; wires (00 AWG to 35 AWG), SMD chips (0201+), and ICs (QFN and BGA).
• Test support including test preparation, execution, data collection, and documentation.
• Assist in managing our inventory of equipment and consumables and guide proper use and selection.
• Maintain a safe and organized lab environment and contribute to lab improvements.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS (6+ Years of Experience)

• Experience assembling, testing, and repairing PCBAs and cable harnesses.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, circuit board files, BOMs, and engineering drawings.
• Experience with EE lab equipment: soldering irons, digital multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Experience with hardware tools: crimpers, wire strippers/cutters, torque drivers, calipers, power drills, etc.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS 

• Associate degree or higher in electrical/electronics/mechanical technology, or equivalent.
• Any of the following certifications: IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721.
• Automotive industry experience, such as ECU assembly/testing, knowledge of SAE standards, etc.
• Experience working directly with external vendors for lab equipment procurement and/or calibration.
• Experience conducting failure analysis, providing feedback, and delivering informative documentation.
• Shock, vibration, thermal, and/or IP test experience.
• Familiarity with Linux command line and/or Python. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Daily free breakfasts and lunches
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)