Process Engineering Technician

About the role

This technical position requires a self-motivated, skilled technician to perform electro-mechanical testing and analysis on AC and DC powered fan/motor assemblies and electronic sub-assemblies. The role involves electrical failure analysis down to a component level, including PCBA analysis, and requires a hands-on approach to learning and collaboration with people of all skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Performs failure analysis on units built in production and documents results.
• Recommends repair methods and authors instructions for others to follow.
• Identifies failure trends and maintains detailed records of work results.
• Assists Process Engineers and/or Manufacturing in testing/analysis of AC and DC powered motor assemblies.
• Trains and instructs other workers as assigned.
• Maintains good standards of quality and quantity of work performed.
• Maintains a clean and neat work area at all times.
• Complies with company rules, policies, and procedures; reports unusual or problem circumstances to manager.
• Performs other related duties to aid other teams on request.
• Provides detailed work instructions to production to bring a unit back into compliance.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of electronics and electrical principles in electrical motor operations.
• Knowledge of J-STD-001 (Requirements for Soldered Electronic Components) and ANSI 20.20 (ESD Protection) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Requirements and Protocols is a plus.
• Failure analysis skills down to the component level on electronic assemblies, circuit boards, motors, and electro-mechanical products such as fans and blowers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform analysis on printed circuit board assemblies from schematics and drawings down to a component level.
• Fundamental understanding of AC and brushless DC motor theory and operation.
• Works from sketches (schematics), blueprints, customer specs, mil specs, mil standards, written and oral instructions, and engineering orders.
• Proficiency with computers, hand tools, precision measuring, and testing equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; SolidWorks is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree required in electronics; four-year degree preferred in electro-mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Years of experience in an electronics field will also be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Due to the nature of Rotron's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Pay

Hourly position with a salary range of $55,000 – $60,000 USD.

Schedule

Full-time, regular 1st shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Overtime will be required.