Engineering Technician

Maven RoboticsSan Francisco, California

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Role Description

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Engineering Technician to work on advanced electromechanical prototype systems.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly: Build, integrate, and modify complex electromechanical prototypes, assemblies, and test fixtures based on engineering schematics, blueprints, verbal directions and your own intuition. This will include prototypes and small volume production.
Wiring: Perform high-precision soldering, harness assembly, crimping, and custom wiring.
Fabrication: Milling, turning, drilling, cutting, 3D printing, drilling to modify prototype components quickly.
Testing & Diagnostics: Develop test setups and execute test plans. Perform advanced troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, or automated systems to pinpoint root causes of issues and failures.
Data Collection & Analysis: Record detailed technical data, analyze test results, and generate clear summary reports for engineering teams.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve lab efficiency, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and build/test work instructions.
Equipment Maintenance: Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, tools, and inventory to ensure safety and operational readiness.
Mentorship: Provide guidance, technical support, and training to junior technicians and operators.
Lab management: Adhere to and enhance robotics lab safety protocols (e.g., E-stops, laser safety), maintain equipment calibration, and manage component inventory.

Qualifications & Requirements

Must-have:

Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Hands-on mastery of diagnostic equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters)
- Strong proficiency with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers height gauge etc.).
- Practical CAD experience and fixture design for prototyping (NX/CATIA).
- Solid understanding of machining and manufacturing methods.
- Solid understanding of safety standards and standard lab protocols.
- Solid understanding of BLDC/stepper motors, servo drives and sensor interfaces (CAN, EtherCAT, Serial,Ethernet).
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication, and a collaborative mindset.
Experience: 10+ years of hands-on experience as a technician in testing, manufacturing, prototyping, or R&D environments.
Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, etc.), vocational certification, or equivalent practical/military experience.

Nice-to-have:

Experience with CNC machining processes
Experience with lab automation tools (e.g., LabVIEW, basic scripting/Python).
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., IPC standards, Machining/CNC, ISO quality standards).
Prior experience in a fast-paced R&D or rapid prototyping environment.

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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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