Hardware Technician
About The Position
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for a Hardware Engineering Technician to join our Government Services Division (GSD) team. This position will perform electronic hardware tests, troubleshoot hardware, build engineering prototypes, document and maintain records. The ideal candidate will have experience with modern test equipment, thoroughly document test results, be familiar with programming, and be comfortable troubleshooting complex hardware problems. As a Hardware Engineering Technician, a typical day might include the following: Work with mixed-discipline engineering teams to perform in-depth troubleshooting, reverse-engineering, and analysis of failures in hardware platforms. Perform basic electronic hardware tests in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the direction of engineers or more experienced technicians. Build engineering prototypes under the direction of an electrical engineer or experienced technician. Document prototype construction and maintain pertinent engineering records. Assist engineers in the evaluation of electronic components, functional testing of circuit designs, and troubleshooting of circuits. Assemble test fixtures, load banks, and other components common to product development. This job might be for you if: Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree Working knowledge of modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits Proficient with modern test equipment Detail-oriented person and enjoy board-level troubleshooting and tend to perform in-depth analysis. You see yourself as an excellent troubleshooter who gets to the root cause on a self-directed basis with minimal external guidance. Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Requirements
- US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
- Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree
- Working knowledge of modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits
- Proficient with modern test equipment
- Detail-oriented person and enjoy board-level troubleshooting and tend to perform in-depth analysis.
- You see yourself as an excellent troubleshooter who gets to the root cause on a self-directed basis with minimal external guidance.
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Python
- Experience with a wide variety of test equipment
- Exceptional practical knowledge of circuits
- Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems
Responsibilities
- Work with mixed-discipline engineering teams to perform in-depth troubleshooting, reverse-engineering, and analysis of failures in hardware platforms.
- Perform basic electronic hardware tests in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the direction of engineers or more experienced technicians.
- Build engineering prototypes under the direction of an electrical engineer or experienced technician.
- Document prototype construction and maintain pertinent engineering records.
- Assist engineers in the evaluation of electronic components, functional testing of circuit designs, and troubleshooting of circuits.
- Assemble test fixtures, load banks, and other components common to product development.
Benefits
- People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
- We’re 100% employee owned.
- Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
