Electrical Engineer R&D Technician Hardware

Electrical Engineer R&D Technician Lead the rapid prototyping and integration of electrical harnesses for autonomous vessels

Location:

Austin

Job Tags:
Hardware

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Saronic is seeking an EE R&D Technician to support rapid electrical prototyping, integration, and troubleshooting for R&D hardware. This role partners closely with electrical engineers to validate designs, build and rework electrical assemblies, execute functional testing, and improve process discipline and safety.

• Assemble and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings, schematics, and engineering input
• Integrate harnesses into USVs and MUSVs, including confined marine compartments, watertight enclosures, and externally mounted hardware
• Work with engineering to iterate on harness designs, lengths, routing, and termination details during prototyping and system bring-up
• Solder and terminate to solder cup style connectors, including ODU and similar high-density circular connectors
• Ensure robust electrical connections, proper shielding, environmental sealing, and strain relief per marine and defense standards
• Accurately document all build steps, revisions, rework, deviations, and configuration changes in accordance with internal procedures
• Support development and maintenance of work instructions and configuration-controlled documentation
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment, including tool management and inventory tracking
• Willingness to travel to other Saronic locations up to 25% of the time

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in harness assembly, preferably in R&D or prototyping environments
• Proficiency in reading wiring schematics, connector tables, and mechanical routing drawings
• Experience soldering to solder cup style connectors such as ODU or similar precision connectors
• Familiarity with MIL-spec connectors (e.g., D38999), marine-rated cables, and environmental sealing techniques
• Demonstrated ability to document work clearly and thoroughly for traceability and compliance
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification preferred
• Familiarity with NAVSEA electrical practices and/or ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) requirements is a plus
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced engineering team
• Must be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR-regulated programs)

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.
• The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Ability to work outside for an extended period of time
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted time frames
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
• Ability to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
• Exposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Medical Insurance:
Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance:
Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off:
Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave:
Paid maternity and paternity leave to…