Manufacturing Technician - Junior/Entry Level

Shinkei•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

This is a hands-on, build-heavy manufacturing role focused primarily on mechanical assembly and integration of Shinkei’s Poseidon machines. The work involves mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical assemblies, along with some routing, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting. Technicians are responsible for completing work that meets Shinkei’s quality and production standards. The role suits someone with mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced production environment where designs and priorities may change. As skills develop, technicians may take ownership of subassemblies, improve processes, and help train other technicians.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical builds through work, school, or personal projects.
Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and torque wrenches.
Basic electrical skills, including crimping, wire stripping, and multimeter use, or willingness to learn.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and read or learn to interpret part drawings and technical documentation.
Strong attention to detail, time management, and commitment to quality.
Dependability, initiative, and willingness to ask questions, learn, and apply feedback.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where designs and priorities can change.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 wire harness standards and RapidHarness wiring diagrams.
Experience with industrial crimping tools, D-sub or circular connectors, and low-voltage electrical systems.
Experience reading technical drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
Background in manufacturing, robotics, automation, or hardware integration.

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components and integrate production machines.
Follow engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and build instructions to produce accurate, consistent builds.
Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, crimpers, wire strippers, and multimeters.
Perform basic wiring, crimping, cable preparation, and harness routing.
Inspect completed work, identify discrepancies, and communicate build issues.
Troubleshoot assembly problems and help improve build processes.
Maintain an organized workspace and work with the team to meet production schedules.
As skills develop, take ownership of subassemblies, improve processes, and help train other technicians.