Engineering Technician, Electrical Build

Job Title: Engineering Technician, Electrical Build Pay up to $75.18 hr. (DOE) Location: On-site, Berkeley, CA Contract- 3 + months A new Engineering Technician, Electrical Build job opportunity has opened up with our client in Berkeley, Ca. This role is hands-on and critical to building the electrical test infrastructure that enables safe, reliable evaluation of PCBAs, battery cells, modules, and system-level hardware. To be considered for this role you will have 3+ years of hands-on experience as an engineering technician, electrical technician, panel builder, or similar role. Job Duties

• Hands-on and critical to building the electrical test infrastructure that enables safe, reliable evaluation of PCBAs, battery cells, modules, and system-level hardware.
• Assemble and wire industrial control panels in accordance with UL508A standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Fabricate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies to support prototypes, test fixtures, and system integration.
• Perform crimping, routing, labeling, and continuity verification.
• Assemble, rework, and repair PCBAs, including through-hole and surface-mount components.
• Execute fine-pitch SMD hand-soldering, hot-air rework, and inspection using microscopes and rework tools.
• Support prototype bring-up and troubleshooting alongside electrical engineers.
• Construct and maintain electrical test fixtures, load boxes, wiring assemblies, and custom hardware used to characterize and validate battery cells, modules, and electronic subsystems.
• Install instrumentation, sensors, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and safety interlocks as needed.
• Support test engineers and product engineers in setting up and executing electrical tests.

Knowledge/ Skills/Education/Experience

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as an engineering technician, electrical technician, panel builder, or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in electrical wiring, cable harness fabrication, and panel assembly.
• Demonstrated skill in soldering (SMD and through-hole), PCBA assembly, and rework.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with standard electrical tools, test equipment, and safety practices (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.).
• Experience working with industrial control panels or UL508A-compliant builds.
• Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and pride in quality builds.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Proactive problem-solver who can work independently or as part of a team.
• Safety-minded, organized, and committed to continuous improvement

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.' Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. This position offers a pay range of $60-75.18 /hr. however, we consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.