Senior Engineering Technician

Earth Science Systems, LLC (ESS) has an immediate full-time opening for a skilled technician to support prototyping and commercial manufacturing of geophysical instrumentation. ESS is a small engineering company focused on research, development, and instrumentation for infrastructure and subsurface directional drilling applications.

This role is hands-on and multidisciplinary. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both mechanical and electronic systems and can independently assemble and test complex production hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a small interdisciplinary team of electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to build and support geophysical instruments
• Assemble products from mechanical drawings and bills of materials with minimal supervision after initial training
• Integrate and assemble electronic hardware, including cable harnessing, connectors, and subsystems
• Fabricate prototype components, fixtures, and test setups without complete CAD documentation
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics for production efforts
• Perform basic electrical debugging, including voltage checks, signal tracing, and physical inspection
• Use tools such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
• Operate shop equipment including drills, drill press, band saw, small mill, grinder, and other hand tools
• Support inventory tracking, ERP/MRP usage, and material coordination
• Order and track components from vendors based on bills of materials
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status and resolve supply issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong mechanical and electronic assembly skills
• Proficiency in soldering, crimping, and cable assembly
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and schematics
• Hands-on experience with prototyping and fabrication
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment
• Solid computer skills and ability to work within ERP/MRP systems
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, small-team light manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and working around shop equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required (no dual citizenship)
• Associate degree or equivalent technical experience
• 7 years of relevant hands-on experience
• Strong professional references
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Local candidates only

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid family medical insurance
• Employer-paid dental insurance
• Company-paid disability plan
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Hourly compensation

To learn more about ESS, visit: https://www.earthsciencesystems.com/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen (without Dual Citizenship)?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $90,000