Electrical Technician

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Electrical Technician for a onsite opportunity at Redmond, WA

Position Title: Electrical Technician

Location: Redmond, Washington

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12+ months, possible extension based on business needs

Job Type: Onsite

Pay Range: $39/hr. - $41/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and motivated EE Technician to join our hardware team, whose mission is to design, build, and validate next-generation prototypes for clients augmented and mixed reality platforms. We are specifically looking for a candidate with experience in electronic assembly who can work with a team of engineers developing cutting-edge wearable hardware. More broadly, the chosen candidate will work with a diverse and highly interdisciplinary team of researchers and engineers and will have access to cutting edge technology, resources, and testing facilities.

Responsibilities

● Build, assemble, rework, and modify prototype PCBs and electronic assemblies including fine-pitch SMD (01005) and 0.35mm-pitch BGA components

● Test and repair

○ Run a unit through a prescribed set of functional tests depending on reported defect, and report out findings

○ Strategically disassemble a unit, guided by SOPs, and perform a visual inspection of systems that might be related to the failure symptom

○ Perform component/module exchanges in an attempt to isolate the failure

○ Document the work performed on each unit in a thorough, consistent manner

● Maintenance

○ Create and maintain test fixtures, wiring harnesses, and cable assemblies for prototype evaluation

○ Maintain lab equipment, manage component inventory, and ensure lab safety standards are upheld

● General Skills ○ Adapt to a daily changing statement of work

○ Prioritize and balance multiple tasks to complete a given statement of work

○ Reach out to responsible design engineers for troubleshooting, clarification, and feedback

○ Willingness to propose and implement process improvements to increase production efficiency

○ Proficient use of text, photos, and videos to clearly convey assembly processes to others with close attention paid to spelling and grammar to ensure findings are accurately communicated to others within the organization

○ Seek feedback for continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

● AS/AA or BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Technology, or equivalent practical experience.

● 3+ years experience with electronic assembly and soldering, including (01005) and 0.35mm-pitch BGA components

● Ability and knowledge to operate standard lab test and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, signal generators, LCR meters)

● Ability to read and interpret electrical datasheets, schematics, PCB layout drawings, and mechanical assembly drawings

Desired Qualifications

● 3+ years as EE Tech in the domain of consumer electronics or wearable devices hardware prototyping

● 5+ years of experience in an electronics prototyping or R&D lab environment

● Familiarity with EDA tools (Altium Designer, Allegro, KiCad) and version control systems

EPTAC: Certifications from here are preferred

Benefits:

BC forward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BC forward :

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BC forward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BC forward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.