Design Technician II
Planet Pharma · Lafayette, CO · 1 mo ago
Art & CreativeContract
Responsibilities
- Modify, repair, test, and troubleshoot electronic and electromechanical systems and PCBAs
- Support design teams in developing and improving products for manufacturing and field performance
- Build and debug systems involving:
- Embedded controllers (microprocessors, FPGAs)
- Power electronics and custom magnetics
- Analog circuits, sensors, and instrumentation
- Communication interfaces and touchscreen UI systems
- Execute validation, verification, and reliability testing; analyze results and document findings
- Develop and fabricate test setups and fixtures using shop tools (3D printers, drill press, mill, etc.)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
- Lead or support small technical projects, propose solutions, and drive resolution of issues
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum 4+ years of relevant electronics technician experience
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Electronic lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, signal generators, analyzers)
- Advanced soldering techniques (fine-pitch, QFN, BGA components)
- PCB design tools such as Cadence OrCAD and Allegro
- LabVIEW and embedded system programming
- Working knowledge of regulated industries such as medical devices, automotive, or aerospace
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently on non-routine tasks
- Effective teamwork and communication skills
Qualifications
- Technical certification or associate degree in electronics or related field
- Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining engineering
- Familiarity with PCBA manufacturing processes and failure analysis
- Exposure to design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) principles