Hardware Engineering Technician

About the Role

The Hardware Engineering Technician is responsible for the assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and qualification of complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and optical systems used in advanced manufacturing equipment. This role supports the full product lifecycle, from prototype development and new product introduction (NPI) through pilot builds and production release, while ensuring system performance, quality, and reliability. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of working independently in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical, electrical, optical, and pneumatic systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair subsystems built by third-party suppliers.
• Perform system integration assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Perform system process qualification.
• Guide new product introduction to manufacturing from prototype through pilot and production release (2 large multi-year projects and several multi-month CIP projects in progress).
• Create, review, redline, and/or update assembly, testing, and calibration documentation.
• Provide assembly feedback (redlines) to engineering for the improvement of design, instructions, and documentation.
• Initiate and participate in process improvement activities as approved and directed by supervisor.
• Participate in and support department projects and company initiatives as required.

Requirements

• 5+ years working in a manufacturing or related engineering environment, ideally in capital equipment manufacturing.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and optical assemblies and systems.

Skills

Electrical Skills

• Understands circuits and able to troubleshoot power, resistance, and current issues in a circuit.
• Knowledge of sensors (pressure transducer, oxygen sensors, VFDs, etc.).
• Build and assemble cable harnesses from schematics and cable drawings.
• Build and assemble electrical enclosures with components from schematics and drawings.

Mechanical Skills

• Assembly of linear stages and guide systems.
• Hands-on technician familiar with machining, forming, and welding processes.
• Troubleshooting mechanical systems, including pump/VFD, pneumatic control, pressure, and fluid flow (cooling systems, linear motion and control systems).
• Mechanical assembly actions which involve lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders, and occasionally performing tasks in confined spaces.
• Use of forklift, gantry, or other equipment to lift heavy items/assemblies in excess of 3000 lbs. in a safe and precise manner. Protection of personnel and equipment is always paramount.

Pneumatic Skills

• Reading schematics, piping, and instrumentation diagrams to build and troubleshoot systems by tracing a signal from start to finish through multiple cables, sensors, and control modules.
• Assembling piping systems with pumps, sensors, valves, filters, etc. of new development products on existing and new tools.

Optical Skills

• Knowledge of how to clean and handle optics correctly.
• Ability to learn the assembly and adjustment of precision optics.
• Learn to evaluate the optical path of laser equipment with test tools, cameras, and software.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency using Windows operating systems, navigating file trees, installing software and drivers.
• Proficiency troubleshooting local networks, using IP and ModBus networking protocols.

• Excellent time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working as an independent contributor and as a member of the team.

Pay

The starting base hourly rate for this full-time position is between $31.00 and $40.00 per hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage.
• 401(K) employer contributions.
• Monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

About The Company

Velo3D enables on-demand manufacturing of production-quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3D award-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire® metal AM production printer, Flow™ print preparation software, Assure™ quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.