Electronics Technician

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One of CEI's largest Telecommunications clients is seeking an Electronics Technician III to join their growing organization!

Client/Industry: Telecommunications / Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering

Job Title: Electronics Technician III

Location: 100% Onsite | Schaumburg, IL 60196

Work Schedule/Shift: Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm | Minimum 40 work hours per week.

Duration/Length of Assignment: 6–12 Month Contract (Long-Term, Temporary Only)

Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour

Additional Information: Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. No travel required. Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. Standard lab and office environment.

• Must be able to convert to a full-time employee without sponsorship, restrictions, or an additional employer*
• W2 Employment Only – No Corp to Corp / C2C arrangements.
• Optional benefits available during contract (Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k)
  
  

Position Overview:

This position supports the RF Site Infrastructure Hardware Department, a team responsible for base station and console product development within a large-scale telecommunications engineering environment. The department plays a vital role in enabling communication infrastructure for mission-critical systems, supporting both radio frequency (RF) and digital hardware development. The selected technician will join a team of approximately 10 members divided into two scrum groups, collaborating with cross-functional hardware and software engineers. The position reports directly to the hiring manager and supports multiple teams in maintaining and improving the hardware platform used across value streams for ongoing product development. In this role, the technician will perform hands-on circuit-level work, including analysis, troubleshooting, rework, and certification testing of two-way radios and repeaters. The position involves working in both office and laboratory environments, performing detailed technical operations such as soldering, rework of small components, and use of specialized test equipment. The technician will be expected to maintain organized documentation, track prototype hardware, and contribute to continuous improvement of product quality and reliability through consistent testing and evaluation processes.

Required Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

• Technical Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience analyzing and troubleshooting radio circuits with an RF focus
• Strong understanding of radio operations and communication systems
• Experience reading and interpreting schematics and PCB layouts
• Proficiency with test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes for circuit validation and debugging
• Skilled in soldering and reworking components including 0201 parts, SOICs (Small Outline Integrated Circuits), and fine-pitch BGAs (Ball Grid Arrays)
• Experience reworking circuits using small-gauge wire (32 AWG or smaller)
• Working knowledge of Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL and PCB Layout Editor for circuit and board-level design review
• Ability to organize, multitask, and document work accurately in a lab-based environment
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
  
  

Preferred Skills (Not Required):

• Familiarity with LabVIEW for automation and testing applications
• Exposure to Python for scripting and data analysis in test environments
• Previous experience in product certification testing of communication or RF devices
• Background in reworking and debugging electrical circuits within a hardware engineering lab
  
  

Day to Day/Responsibilities:

• Analyze and troubleshoot two-way radios and repeaters, identifying issues at the circuit level and implementing appropriate fixes to restore functionality and compliance with design specifications
• Create and modify custom cable assemblies as needed for testing, interconnects, and prototype configurations
• Perform detailed rework of electronic assemblies, including soldering 0201 size parts, replacing SOICs, and reballing or reworking BGAs, ensuring reliability and conformance to engineering standards
• Conduct diagnostic testing on radios and repeaters using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other precision lab instruments to verify component and circuit integrity
• Support product certification testing by executing structured validation procedures and documenting test outcomes to ensure hardware meets regulatory and internal performance criteria
• Utilize Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL and PCB Layout Editor to review circuit layouts and schematics, trace signal paths, and validate hardware design consistency
• Rework and repair circuits using fine-gauge wire (32 AWG or smaller) for intricate or precision modifications on prototype boards
• Track and maintain prototype hardware, documenting configurations, test results, and rework history to support design iteration and traceability
• Support RF and digital teams by preparing test setups, analyzing results, and contributing to ongoing product refinement efforts
• Collaborate with engineers across software and hardware teams to align testing outcomes and ensure successful platform integration
• Maintain an organized laboratory workspace, ensuring accurate records of test results, equipment use, and hardware changes
• Follow all lab safety and quality protocols; maintain compliance with company standards and engineering documentation requirements
• Participate in technical meetings and provide feedback on test results, rework performance, and hardware design improvements
  
  

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