Engineering Technician IV/V – Electronic Fabrication Technologist (NWS 00918)

About the role

The Engineering Electronic Fabrication Technician supports manufacturing efforts including electrical/electronic fabrication and packaging; assembly and modification of printed circuit boards, and cable harnesses; assembly and disassembly of electronic devices, chassis, and systems, as well as other specialized equipment used to support ongoing research and projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Provide general fabrication support to assist in the planning, organizing, and completion of moderately complex manufacturing projects.
• Absorb and translate general schematic drawings, parts lists, assembly drawings, and verbal requirements into specific hardware deliverables.
• Assemble, modify, and repair through hole and surface mount printed circuit boards.
• Manufacture cables and harnesses using standard crimpers and hand tools.
• Provide manufacturing support for miniature electronic circuits and cable harnesses requiring extensive use of bench-top microscopes.
• Fabricate, assemble, and disassemble electronic devices and experimental apparatus using standard hand tools, soldering, test and measurement equipment.
• Propose solutions and alternative approaches to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
• Assemble and install industrial control panels, enclosures, and systems.
• Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
• Develop and update work procedures, schematics, and other engineering drawings.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on layout, fabrication, and installation of electrical and electronic assemblies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in electronics, or equivalent combination of education and experience and prior relevant experience.
• Intermediate skills, knowledge, and abilities in electronics fabrication, inspection, or micro-fabrication which may be application specific.
• Ability to read and interpret moderately complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings and work from verbal instructions.
• Experience with industrial and automation control system assembly and installation.
• Experience soldering surface mount and through hole components by hand and under a microscope.
• Experience working in a customer service or field support environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of IPC 620 and/or IPC J-STD or equivalent industry fabrication standards.
• Significant experience with fabrication prototyping and production including design, component selection, and layout tasks.
• Advanced skills and knowledge of complex technical drawings and demonstrated experience providing manpower estimates and design recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians to produce quality results.

Skills

• Knowledge and abilities in electronics fabrication, inspection, or micro-fabrication which may be application specific.
• Ability to read and interpret moderately complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings and work from verbal instructions.
• Experience with industrial and automation control system assembly and installation.
• Experience soldering surface mount and through hole components by hand and under a microscope.
• Experience working in a customer service or field support environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of IPC 620 and/or IPC J-STD or equivalent industry fabrication standards.
• Significant experience with fabrication prototyping and production including design, component selection, and layout tasks.
• Advanced skills and knowledge of complex technical drawings and demonstrated experience providing manpower estimates and design recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians to produce quality results.

Benefits

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people.

Pay

Pay details are confidential and not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule details are confidential and not specified in the job posting.