Engineering Technician IV/V – Electronic Fabrication Technologist (NWS 00918)

North Wind Group•Livermore, CA

15d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

North Wind Services (NWS) is seeking individuals to support national security within science, technology, and engineering fields as part of their supplemental labor team at federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. Successful candidates will be employees of NWS supporting the missions of their federal client, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in Livermore, CA. The Laser Systems Engineering and Operations Division (LSEO) is seeking a qualified Engineering Electronic Fabrication Technician. This role involves supporting manufacturing efforts including electrical/electronic fabrication and packaging; assembly and modification of printed circuit boards, and cable harnesses; assembly and disassembly of electronic devices, chassis, and systems, as well as other specialized equipment. This position may require flexibility to work overtime, shifts, or weekends, and the successful candidate will need to pass various on-site training modules.

Requirements

Associate degree in electronics, or equivalent combination of education and experience and prior relevant experience.
Intermediate skills, knowledge and abilities in electronics fabrication, inspection, or micro-fabrication which may be application specific.
Ability to read and interpret moderately complex electrical, electronic and mechanical drawings and work from verbal instructions.
Experience with industrial and automation control system assembly and installation.
Experience soldering surface mount and through hole components by hand and under a microscope.
Experience working in a customer service or field support environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, documentation and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of IPC 620 and/or IPC J-STD or equivalent industry fabrication standards.
Significant experience with fabrication prototyping and production including design, component selection and layout tasks.
Advanced skills and knowledge of complex technical drawings and demonstrated experience providing manpower estimates and design recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians to produce quality results.
US citizen, at least 18 years of age.
Able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience developing and updating production documentation such as work procedures and drawings.
Knowledge of ISO 9000 policies and procedures.
Production experience in cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

Provide general fabrication support to assist in the planning, organizing, and completion of moderately complex manufacturing projects.
Assist with translating general schematic drawing, parts list, assembly drawings and verbal requirements into specific hardware deliverables.
Assemble, modify and repair through hole and surface mount printed circuit boards.
Manufacture cables and harnesses using standard crimpers and hand tools.
Provide manufacturing support for miniature electronic circuits and cable harnesses requiring extensive use of bench top microscope.
Fabricate, assemble and disassemble electronic devices and experimental apparatus using standard hand tools, soldering, test and measurement equipment.
Propose solutions and alternative approaches to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
Assemble and install industrial control panels, enclosures and systems.
Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
Develop and update work procedures, schematics and other engineering drawings.
Train and mentor junior technicians on layout, fabrication and installation of electrical and electronic assemblies.
Perform other duties as assigned.