Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports prototype builds and testing by assembling, reworking, and verifying complex instrumentation and control (I&C) systems in a dynamic lab environment. This role focuses on hands-on work such as soldering, cable and harness fabrication, panel wiring, and system integration, while collaborating closely with engineers to identify and resolve design and test issues. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys precision craftsmanship, can adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and is eager to deepen their experience with instrumentation, controls, and system-level testing.

Responsibilities

+ Assemble and build instrumentation and control (I&C) system components, panels, and assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and detailed work instructions.

+ Perform bench-level testing of sensors, transmitters, controllers, and signal conditioning equipment to verify proper operation and performance.

+ Support system integration by wiring, configuring, and verifying I&C connections and test setups for prototype and development systems.

+ Assist with prototype builds, including hardware troubleshooting, rework, and calibration activities when issues arise during testing.

+ Execute calibration and verification procedures using standard lab equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.

+ Document build and test results thoroughly, including assembly records, test data, and nonconformance reports, to ensure traceability and quality control.

+ Maintain lab organization, tool control, and a safe working environment by following established lab practices and keeping work areas orderly.

+ Support functional and environmental testing such as continuity checks, insulation resistance measurements, and signal verification for system-level builds.

+ Follow all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards and lab protocols while performing daily tasks and handling equipment.

+ Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow technicians to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve design or test issues discovered during lab work.

+ Contribute to continuous improvement by providing feedback and updating procedures, work instructions, and documentation as needed.

+ Prepare instrumentation and test setups for system-level or field testing, ensuring all connections, sensors, and components are correctly installed and verified.

+ Perform rework on prototype cards, including soldering, rewiring, and adding or modifying components such as resistors when test results indicate issues.

+ Support chassis, cabinet, and full system builds from basic assemblies through complete shakeout and verification of performance.

+ Fabricate cables and harnesses, perform panel wiring, and complete general wiring and assembly tasks for manufacturing and product development projects.

+ Use test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes to verify system performance and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation issues.

+ Maintain high standards for lab organization, quality, and safety while working on multiple projects in a fast-paced development environment.

+ Adapt to shifting priorities on a day-to-day and hour-to-hour basis, moving between different projects and tasks as lab needs change.

Essential Skills

+ High school diploma or equivalent required.

+ Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience if no associate degree, with flexibility to consider both junior-level and more senior candidates.

+ Basic understanding of electrical and instrumentation principles, including voltage, current, and analog/digital signals.

+ Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings for assemblies and panels.

+ Proficiency in hand soldering for through-hole and surface mount components, with surface mount soldering required.

+ Experience in cable fabrication and harness assembly, including crimping, labeling, and connector installation.

+ Experience in panel wiring with strong attention to routing, strain relief, grounding, and overall workmanship.

+ Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.

+ Basic mechanical assembly skills, including drilling, mounting, and installing hardware in panels, chassis, and cabinets.

+ Understanding of electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions and safe handling of sensitive electronic components.

+ Hands-on experience with soldering, cable making, general wiring, and assembly in a manufacturing or product development environment.

+ Electronics familiarity, including working with prototype hardware and test setups.

+ Ability to handle shifting priorities and change tasks quickly in a fast-paced lab environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.

+ Experience working in an electronics development or prototype lab…