Electrical & Mechanical Technician, Texas Institute for Electronics

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, pre-eminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Purpose The Electrical/Mechanical Technician will fabricate, build and assemble advanced semiconductor technologies based on engineered drawings and schematics.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
Electrical & Mechanical Technician I: Four years' experience in the skilled construction and maintenance of specialized electronic equipment using hand and machine tools.
Electrical & Mechanical Technician II: Six years’ experience in the skilled construction and maintenance of specialized electronic equipment using hand and machine tools.
Senior Electrical & Mechanical Technician: Eight years’ experience in the skilled construction and maintenance of specialized electronic equipment using hand and machine tools.
Knowledge of electronic circuits, wiring, soldering, and reading electrical schematics.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, while fully managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven ability to follow both written and verbal work instructions and consistently apply them to work.
Evidence of skills in the following areas: working with new technologies, being highly organized, planning and coordinating multiple tasks, effective time management, attention to detail, effective problem solving skills, using excellent judgement, working independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, working as a team member without daily supervision, effectively communicating with all groups of clients, working under pressure, accepting supervision.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Ability to assemble, disassemble, test, and troubleshoot system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and document findings.
Experience working with external vendors for part procurement.
Familiarity with inventory control procedures.
Excellent planning/organizational skills and success in a dynamic customer service environment.
Experience building electronic and mechanical assemblies including wiring assemblies.
Experience with additive manufacturing, planning and operation.
Completion of continuing education/certification in electronics or machining.
Experience in a startup or research and development (R&D) environment.

Responsibilities

Fabrication of electromechanical assemblies using hand and machine tools.
Evaluate and repair specialized electrical and mechanical assemblies.
Operation of specialized electrical test equipment.
Procuring parts and working with vendors, quality control of parts and assemblies.
Construction and encapsulation of acoustic arrays and cables.
Manual soldering/rework of surface mount components on printed circuit boards.
Fabrication of cable harness assemblies.
Prepare and maintain accurate quality and assembly documentation.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card