Manufacturing Technician - Mid-Level

Shinkei • El Segundo, CA

24d

About The Position

This is a hands-on, build-heavy manufacturing role in a fast-paced production environment. Most work involves assembling, integrating, and inspecting Shinkei’s Poseidon machines, with a focus on mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical assemblies, as well as some wiring, testing, and troubleshooting. Mid-level technicians independently complete builds, take ownership of assigned subassemblies, follow engineering documentation, and meet quality and production targets while working with limited supervision. The role requires adapting to evolving hardware and processes and helping maintain a consistent production cadence.

Technicians may occasionally support field deployments, hardware upgrades, and service work. The position offers competitive hourly pay, opportunities for growth and technical development, and experience building hardware from the lab to fishing vessels. Occasional travel to docks and deployment sites may be involved.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, mechanical or electromechanical assembly, robotics, automation, or a similar environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and torque wrenches.
• Ability to independently read and interpret mechanical drawings, part diagrams, BOMs, and build instructions.
• Experience with electrical assembly, wire stripping, crimping, connectors, and multimeter use.
• Familiarity with quality standards and the importance of accurate, repeatable assembly.
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills, with the ability to balance build quality and production deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain a consistent pace with limited supervision.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment where designs, instructions, and production priorities can change.
• Dependability, initiative, and willingness to support teammates and share technical knowledge.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical assembly.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and torque wrenches and applying basic assembly practices.
• Experience with wire stripping, crimping, connector assembly, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read technical drawings, BOMs, and detailed work instructions.
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 wire harness standards, or willingness to learn and apply them.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industrial crimping tools, D-sub connectors, and circular connectors.
• Experience with low-voltage electrical systems and multimeter-based troubleshooting.
• Experience with motors, actuators, or other electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience in manufacturing, robotics, automation, or hardware integration.
• Basic Linux command line, Python, or hardware-testing experience.
• Experience with field deployments, equipment installation, or preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Independently assemble and integrate mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical subassemblies and production machines.
• Own assigned subassemblies and build stages through completion, meeting quality standards and production schedules.
• Follow engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), build instructions, and torque specifications.
• Perform wiring, cable preparation, crimping, connector assembly, harness routing, and electrical integration.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, crimpers, and multimeters in daily assembly work.
• Inspect completed work, identify discrepancies, and resolve routine build issues before they affect downstream assembly.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during integration and testing, escalating issues requiring engineering support.
• Incorporate engineering changes and updated instructions into active builds, and communicate unclear documentation or part discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities to improve build instructions, tooling, and assembly processes.
• Manage assigned work efficiently, communicate progress and blockers, and coordinate with the Production Coordinator to meet build deadlines.
• Maintain an organized work area and support the training and development of junior technicians.
• Occasionally support field deployments, hardware upgrades, and service work.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for growth.
• Collaborative, engineering-focused team.
• Hands-on experience building hardware from the lab to fishing vessel.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills and take ownership of production processes.
• A freezer full of Seremoni-grade fish.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed