Electrical Engineering Technician II

Electrical Engineering Technician II

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.

Position Details:

• This position will be In-Office
• The hiring range for this role is typically between $30.44 and $38.21, with the full range extending to $45.99, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression

Primary Function:

The Electrical Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting the engineering team by manufacturing, routing, and maintaining cable harnesses for prototypes and test systems. This role is hands-on, with a focus on quality, organization, and rapid response to service needs.

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

• Manufacture cables to print for internal builds, including engineering builds.
• Route cables on robots and test rigs according to engineering specifications.
• Provide feedback to EE and FTE engineers on cable drawings and wiring diagrams for manufacturability and clarity.
• Respond to urgent service calls for robots in various locations, including updating, modifying, or replacing cables as needed.
• Troubleshoot cable-related issues in the field and on test rigs.
• Maintain cable harness manufacturing equipment (e.g., stripping machines, hand crimpers).
• Ensure organization and cleanliness of the cable harness manufacturing area, including point-of-use components.
• Adhere to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards in all cable manufacturing and assembly work.
• Maintain personal IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification and support team compliance.
• Strictly adhere to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) workspace requirements, including proper use of ESD-safe equipment and procedures.
• Maintain awareness of ESD protocols and ensure compliance in all work areas.
• Track usage and inventory of cable components and consumables.
• Document modifications and repairs for traceability.
• Participate actively in "all hands on deck" scenarios to help unblock builds and ensure project success, regardless of primary responsibilities.
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical technology or related field.
• Hands-on experience with cable harness manufacturing and assembly.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (required or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to read and interpret cable drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
• Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values
• Pass a post-offer background verification

Work Environment

Lab: Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.