Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

We are seeking a skilled Engineering Technician to support hardware development, prototyping, testing, and rework activities within a fast-paced engineering environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with hardware, mechanical, component, and manufacturing engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, perform system modifications, build prototype hardware, and support the development of next-generation technology platforms.

This role requires strong hands-on experience with electronic and mechanical assembly, PCB rework, troubleshooting, and fabrication, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with global engineering teams across the United States, India, and Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of hardware failures and rework issues.
• Support the build, assembly, validation, and maintenance of engineering reference devices and test platforms.
• Develop and document rework instructions, assembly procedures, and engineering processes.
• Prepare, load, solder, modify, and repair printed circuit boards (PCBs) and circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Perform mechanical assembly and integration of rack systems, chassis, test fixtures, and prototype devices.
• Read, interpret, and work from schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Fabricate wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and prototype hardware components.
• Assist in printed wiring board (PWB) layout design and documentation activities.
• Support laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Operate soldering stations, chip rework equipment, SMT equipment, CNC machines, and 3D printers.
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, component, sourcing, and program management teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Evaluate materials, manufacturing techniques, and assembly processes for reliability and performance.
• Support multiple engineering projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive development schedules.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools and technologies to improve productivity, troubleshooting efficiency, and workflow optimization.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree, technical certification, or pursuit/completion of a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in electronic and/or mechanical assembly, hardware prototyping, or engineering technician roles.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience using assembly equipment and tools, including soldering irons, crimpers, heat guns, and precision hand tools.
• 1+ years of experience fabricating wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and related hardware.
• Strong soldering, PCB rework, and electronic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience assembling and disassembling complex electronic devices and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, wire lists, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot hardware systems independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Soldering and/or ESD certification.
• Experience with Creo CAD or similar CAD design tools.
• Desktop CNC programming and SMT machine programming experience.
• Knowledge of PCB/PWB design principles, standards, and best practices.
• Experience designing or supporting circuit boards, test fixtures, and cable assemblies.
• Understanding of microprocessors, microcontrollers, sensors, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), USB, video interfaces, and camera systems.
• Experience with industrial automation, factory hardware, industrial networking protocols, functional safety standards, and redundant systems.
• Exposure to RF, analog, mixed-signal, and digital hardware environments.

Desired Attributes:

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.
• Comfortable supporting multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

San Diego – Onsite per company policy

Client is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5

Gs potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.