SMT Electronic/ Engineering Technician

Job Title: SMT Electronic/ Engineering Technician
Duration: 6 Months
Location: San Diego California 92121

Shift Time: 7:00-4:00pm PST

Introduction

The successful candidate will operate as a member of the Corporate Engineering Services organization team. Responsibilities include working with onsite engineering teams troubleshooting HW issues & onsite hardware and system rework. Prepares, loads, and solders printed circuit boards, and performs rework and modifications. Conduct product build and ensure project schedules are met. Part of this role will include supporting HW design requirements, developing schematics, working with component engineering, mechanical engineering, PWB CAD, sourcing, program management, technology team(s) to complete lab & test HW designs, development, and delivery to technology team(s). This successful candidate will need to effectively communicate across Geo’s (USA, India, and EU) verbally and written, on a regular basis.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced electronic training or relevant experience.
• Proficient in using assembly tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, wire lists, sketches, and schematics.
• Experience in soldering and mechanical assembly (including chassis, rack, cable, and harness assemblies).
• Basic mechanical assembly skills.
• Skilled in soldering and rework of CCAs, including blue wiring.
• Experience in disassembly and assembly of devices.
• Experience in industrial automation, factory hardware, industrial network protocols, functional safety standards & implementations, and redundant systems.
• Understanding and demonstrated application of PWB design principles, practices, and standards.
• Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Pursuing a ME, EE, or a technical degree.
• Solder and/or ESD certification.
• Creo CAD Design tool skill.
• Desktop CNC and SMT machine programming experience a plus.
• 3 years of electronic/mechanical assembly or related experience.
• 2 years of experience with assembly equipment and tools (e.g., soldering iron, crimpers, heat gun, hand tools).
• 1 year of fabrication of wire harnesses and cable assemblies or related experience.
• Experience designing circuit boards, test fixtures, and cabling.
• Knowledge of designs involving microprocessors, microcontrollers, sensors, WiFi & BLE, USB, video output, cameras.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis on rework failure.
• Build support for various reference devices.
• Assist in troubleshooting and fixing of lab hardware (tools, rework station, etc).
• Develop rework instruction for different skill sets, new equipment, and new processes.
• Prepare, load, and solder printed circuit boards with minimal supervision.
• Perform mechanical assembly of rack assemblies, reference devices, test boxes, and chassis.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Perform repair work, rework, and modifications to assemblies.
• Maintain prototype station materials and equipment.
• Design and document printed wiring board layouts.
• Fabricate wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and PCBs.
• Evaluate reliability of materials and techniques used in test platforms.
• Communicate effectively with prototype leads and engineering groups.
• Support multiple projects on a fast schedule.
• Quickly assimilate onto existing team and support multiple projects and customers on very fast design schedules.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, effective organization, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams across multiple engineering disciplines (RF/analog, mixed signal, and digital).
• Proficient with using AI tools to optimize working efficiency.
• Ability to troubleshoot engineering test platforms.
• Operate chip reworking, SMT, and 3D printing and CNC machine.

Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.