Electrical Engineering Technician - Senior

GE Vernova•Rochester, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves the preparation of PCBAs and other radio components for SMT and final assembly, as well as assessing and reworking PCBAs at a component level. The technician will also be responsible for troubleshooting and performing basic repairs on MDS radio products. Key duties include setting up the workspace with all necessary parts and materials, utilizing general PC computer skills with Windows applications, the GE network, and GE-specific software. A basic understanding of the SAP ERP system for job and operational transactions is required. The technician must be able to read and follow Bill of Materials (BOM) and engineering drawings, perform bar code scanning functions, and communicate effectively with production supervision and test engineering regarding job status, material issues, or configuration problems. A strong awareness of safety and quality is essential, including the ability to stop work if issues arise. The role also requires the ability to requisition parts, work independently or as part of a team, and anticipate the needs of different shifts to ensure success. Professionalism and respect towards coworkers and supervisors are expected. Effective email and MS Team communication is necessary. Compliance with GE attendance standards and willingness to work overtime are required. The technician will follow defined procedures for testing assemblies at component, sub-assembly, and system levels. Senior-level responsibilities include assessing and reworking PCBAs at a component level, including part replacement using specialized tools like a hot air pencil, hot plate, and X-ray. The role involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, and isolating faults in electronic and electro-optical assemblies, and troubleshooting PCBA down to the component level. Collaboration with Engineering for process improvements and documenting PCBAs/Radio assembly faults to determine root causes and remediation steps are also key. The technician will provide direction to the team for Work-In-Progress (WIP) unit remediation and must be able to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams and engineering drawings. Services will also be provided to SRO, CIC, and Test Engineering organizations. Active participation and support in New Product Introduction (NPI) and prototype production are expected for best practice success.

Requirements

Trade School Diploma or equivalent work experience (verifiable)
Four Years related experience in electronics field and component level repair.
Familiarity with all common test equipment including signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, microscopes, etc.
Advanced soldering skills.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to visually observe details at close range.
Must be able to operate hand tools and computers.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of a work shift.
Must be able to move about inside the manufacturing area to access equipment, files, etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of GE MDS products is a plus!

Responsibilities

Setup of workspace to include all necessary parts & materials to begin and/or complete customer order.
General PC computer skills with Windows apps, the GE network and GE specific software programs.
Basic use of SAP ERP system for job and operational transactions.
Able to read and follow BOM (Bill of material).
Able to read and follow Engineering drawings.
Perform bar code scanning functions and understand basic bar-coding concepts.
Ability to communicate effectively to both production supervision and test engineering regarding status of materials, customer jobs or issues specific to radio models, or job specific configuration issues.
Awareness to stop work; whether due to failing progress or potential quality or safety concerns.
Ability to requisition parts or other materials as needed.
Ability to work alone or with a small team, also to anticipate needs of both shifts (A&B) and act in a way that will setup both work shifts for success.
Treats all coworkers, supervisors and other GE staff with respect and professionalism.
Ability to communicate effectively via email and MS Team messaging through succinct, tactful means.
Comply with GE attendance standards and participate in overtime where necessary.
Willingness to work overtime when necessary.
Any other duties as assigned by supervision.
Follow defined procedures for test of assemblies
Test units at component, sub-assembly, and system level configurations
Ability to review and assess problems at component level on PCBAs.
Ability to rework PCBAs at component level, including part replacement using hot air pencil, hot plate and Xray.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and isolate faults with electronic and electro-optical assemblies.
Ability to troubleshoot PCBA to component level
Be able to work with Engineering to relate process improvements for changes in Work Process instructions or product or product changes
Document faults of PCBA/Radio assemblies to determine failure root cause and what steps need to be taken to remedy the situation.
Provide direction to team for remediation of WIP units.
Able to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams and engineering drawings.
Perform same services for SRO, CIC and Test Engineering organizations.
Active participation & support in all NPI / Prototype production for best practice success.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability insurance
life insurance
paid time-off for vacation or illness
12 paid holidays
two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)