Electrical Engineering Technician II

Sigma Design•Burlingame, CA

2d•$31 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance. The Electrical Engineering Technician II is responsible for supporting engineering projects through hands-on electronics assembly, soldering, cable/harness fabrication, and system-level integration. This role combines prototype build and test responsibilities with cable routing, harness manufacturing, and troubleshooting across lab and field environments. The technician operates with limited supervision and contributes to both electrical and electromechanical systems development.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification preferred
2–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronics technician roles
Strong expertise in soldering (SMT and through-hole) and electronic assembly
Experience with cable harness manufacturing, routing, and integration
Ability to read and interpret complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable drawings
Proficiency with lab instrumentation (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)
Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards (certification preferred or willingness to obtain)
Experience troubleshooting at board and system level, including cabling and interconnects
Strong organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group
Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values
Pass a post-offer background verification

Responsibilities

Build, assemble, and test electrical prototypes, subassemblies, and fixtures from engineering drawings and schematics
Perform precision soldering (SMT and through-hole) for R&D and production builds
Manufacture, terminate, and label cable harnesses to print for prototypes and test systems
Route and integrate cabling within assemblies, robots, and test rigs per engineering specifications
Troubleshoot electrical, soldering, and cable-related issues at component, board, and system levels
Execute and document test procedures, capturing accurate and detailed results
Provide feedback to engineers on schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable drawings for clarity and manufacturability
Modify, repair, or replace cables and electrical components in lab and field environments as needed
Maintain cable harness equipment (e.g., stripping machines, crimpers) and lab/test tools
Ensure compliance with IPC and WHMA standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620
Follow ESD protocols and maintain ESD-safe workspaces and handling practices
Track inventory and usage of electrical and cable components
Maintain organized, clean, and efficient work areas to support rapid builds and testing
Participate in cross-functional support efforts to meet project timelines (“all hands on deck” as needed)
Contribute to documentation, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives
Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.