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Engineering Technician II - Testing
Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Position Details:
Primary Function:
The Engineering Technician - Testing is responsible for maintaining and upgrading prototypes, products, tools, and assemblies in support of Sigma Design's engineering activities. This includes electromechanical assembly, system setup, test execution, troubleshooting, and documentation in support of engineering validation activities with limited supervision.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
Work Environment
Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Position Details:
- This position will be In-Office
- Monday - Friday, Day & Swing Shift available
- The hiring range for this role is typically between $29.54 and $38.26 an hour, with the full range extending to $46.99 an hour based on experience, internal equity, and career progression
- Swing shift qualifies for a $1 shift differential
Primary Function:
The Engineering Technician - Testing is responsible for maintaining and upgrading prototypes, products, tools, and assemblies in support of Sigma Design's engineering activities. This includes electromechanical assembly, system setup, test execution, troubleshooting, and documentation in support of engineering validation activities with limited supervision.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
- Maintain and upgrade prototypes using mechanical assembly, point-to-point wiring, soldering, and harness assembly
- Support builds involving pneumatics, sensors, motors, and other systems
- Execute product validation, functional, and system-level testing using established procedures and test plans
- Configure test environments and devices under test using software tools, command line interfaces, and system configuration files
- Support testing activities across Windows, Linux, and MacOS environments as required by engineering programs
- Monitor, document, and communicate test results, system issues, and discrepancies to engineering teams
- Troubleshoot design, build, test, and basic system configuration issues using established procedures
- Operate multiple test systems, terminal sessions, and computer-based diagnostic tools simultaneously
- Perform electromechanical tests and record results independently
- Assist engineers with refinement of test procedures and continuous improvement of test processes
- Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred
- 2 years relevant experience
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred
- 2 years relevant experience
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints
- Familiarity with command line operation in Windows, Linux, and MacOS environments
- Ability to navigate file systems and manage files using basic command line tools
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, remote system access tools, and software configuration files
- Experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, and soldering tools
- Experience using Excel or Google Sheets for tracking, reporting, and documentation
- Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to quality and detail
- Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
- Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
- Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group
- Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values
- Pass a post-offer background verification
Work Environment
Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $30 - $47