Engineering Technician

#Tech-Pro-Admin-01 Job Summary

Join our team in San Diego, a vibrant city known for its beautiful beaches, thriving tech industry, and diverse cultural scene. As an Engineering Technician in our office, you will collaborate with a small team to assist engineers in producing optical, mechanical, and electrical systems to meet project and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, rework, repair, and modify wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical subassemblies according to schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Perform precision soldering (through-hole, surface mount, etc.) following workmanship standards and quality guidelines.
• Conduct continuity checks, functional tests, and electrical measurements using multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical assemblies and support root-cause investigations with engineering teams.
• Support the production of optical, mechanical, and electrical system parts and assemblies by:
  • Assisting in obtaining quotes for parts and assemblies.
  • Ordering and receiving parts while tracking against a Bill of Materials (BOM).
  • Packaging parts, preparing, and managing shipments.
  • Managing and organizing inventory.
• Assist engineers in the design, development, testing, inspection, installation, and operation of optical, mechanical, and electrical components and assemblies.
• Operate basic fabrication equipment such as a drill press, hand tools, manual lathe, etc.
• Perform evaluations and work with engineering teams to complete departmental projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Interact with and support customers and engineering teams.
• Contribute to the overall success and quality of our services.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 4-6 years of electro-mechanical experience in a production, R&D, or prototype environment.
• IPC J-STD-001 & IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience building in a clean room environment, preferably with lasers/optics and related equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical enclosures, wire harness assembly, component-level soldering, adhesives/bonding, and kitting and receiving instructions.
• Experience with handling equipment such as:
  • Thermal chamber
  • Bakeout oven
  • Ultrasonic cleaner
  • Lasers
• Hands-on experience building from assembly drawings and wiring schematics.
• Understanding of tooling for inspections such as gauge pins, thread tapping, calipers, micrometers, volt meters, and power meters.
• Ability to stand continuously as well as bend, squat, and lift frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.

Location

This position is based on-site in San Diego.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. 

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

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