Electromechanical Technician

Overview

Ideal Candidate Profile: A hands-on technician who enjoys building and troubleshooting equipment, has strong mechanical and electrical skills, and is eager to contribute to the development of innovative products in a collaborative R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, modify, and maintain electromechanical prototypes, test fixtures, and laboratory equipment.
• Assist engineers in the development and testing of new products and technologies.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wiring, soldering, cable fabrication, and system integration activities.
• Execute engineering test plans and collect, document, and report test data.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
• Support verification, validation, reliability, and performance testing activities.
• Maintain accurate records of prototype builds, tests, modifications, and engineering observations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Service organizations.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of work instructions, assembly procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support pilot builds and product transfer activities into manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and company quality standards.
• Manage and organize laboratory equipment, tools, parts inventory, and calibration records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent vocational training in Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Approximately 2 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, R&D, laboratory, or field service environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Experience using standard electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters and power supplies; oscilloscopes preferred.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and basic fabrication tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineering prototype builds or new product development programs.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems, motors, sensors, actuators, and motion control systems.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings and engineering change processes.
• Experience with soldering, crimping, and cable harness fabrication.
• Understanding of Design Verification Testing (DVT), reliability testing, or product validation processes.
• Experience working in ISO 9001, FDA-regulated, or other quality-controlled environments.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, embedded systems, or automation equipment.