Hardware Technician III

Join Emtech! As a Hardware Technician III, where you’ll lead and execute complex hardware projects, leveraging your expertise in electrical systems, robotics, and mechanical principles to troubleshoot, assemble, and optimize cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced, travel-intensive role. You’ll supervise small teams, drive detailed data analysis, and ensure precision through meticulous documentation and safety protocols, collaborating across disciplines to deliver exceptional results in dynamic lab and field environments.

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Position Summary: 

The Hardware Technician III is responsible for executing and overseeing complex technical tasks within a specialized area of expertise. This role involves initiating, organizing, and supervising projects, as well as performing detailed data collection, analysis, and reporting. The position may include leading small teams on well-defined tasks or projects, ensuring high standards of performance and progress tracking.

 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
Complex Task Management: Manage intricate hardware tasks, including troubleshooting faults, retrofitting systems, and supporting work-cell bring-up.

Operation Maintenance: Operate and maintain sophisticated lab equipment, applying expertise in electrical and complex mechanical principles.

Team Leadership: Lead small teams on hardware development projects, ensuring high-quality assembly and adherence to project specifications.

Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and report project performance data to inform decision-making and optimize outcomes. Monitor progress and provide detailed reports to stakeholders to support project goals.

Documentation Supervision: Supervise documentation processes to maintain accuracy and compliance with standard operating procedures.

Training: Develop and review training documents and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and operational efficiency. Assist in creating technical documentation to support hardware assembly and maintenance processes.

Travel: Extensive travel (up to 50%) to support project implementation, site operations, and team coordination across multiple locations. Travel stateside as well as abroad may be necessary.

Safety: Proficiency in safety protocols and demonstrated experience working in controlled environments is essential.

Problem-Solving: Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues with a structured approach. 

Attention to Detail: Commitment to quality and precision in all aspects of work, particularly in assembly and troubleshooting. 

Collaboration: Effective communication and teamwork skills, capable of working independently or within a multidisciplinary team. 

Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

Qualifications: 
 

Education: 

• High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Comprehensive understanding of general electrical systems, mechanics, electronics, PLCs, PCB work, connectors and cable assembly.
• Adept in data systems, high/low voltage electrical systems, and AC/DC applications.
• Proficiency in safety protocols and experience working in controlled environments.
  

Experience:  

• 3 - 5 years of relevant professional experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on mechanical experience.
• Experience in robotics is highly desirable.
• ASE-Certified Mechanics are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills:

• Strong technical proficiency in hardware, electrical systems, mechanical principles, and machining.

• Familiarity with software and coding is a plus.

Benefits: 

• A supportive and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on exciting and impactful projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 401k matching.
• Medical/Dental/Vision

If you are passionate about robotics and automation and want to contribute to a forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply!

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