Technician

Job Title: Electromechanical Technician (Tech II / Tech III)

Job Description

This electromechanical technician role focuses on accurately and safely assembling, testing, and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems and subassemblies. You will work from drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and written instructions to build high‑quality assemblies, perform detailed inspections, and support continuous improvement across the production team. The position offers the opportunity to grow into advanced responsibilities, including leadership on first‑article projects, field service work, and mentoring less experienced associates.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and safely assemble electromechanical assemblies in accordance with drawings, electrical schematics, bills of materials, and written or verbal instructions.
• Perform detailed electrical tasks including soldering, stripping, crimping, and splicing wires to build cables and wire harnesses that conform to applicable standards.
• Build mechanical subassemblies using a variety of fastening methods and torque fasteners to the proper specification and in the correct sequence.
• Route cables and secure wiring throughout systems, ensuring neat, safe, and reliable installations.
• Properly and consistently attach labels or nameplates to assemblies, components, and cables for clear identification.
• Measure dimensions to verify proper clearance of parts and confirm that assemblies meet design requirements.
• Safely use standard assembly tooling such as hex wrenches, screwdrivers, wire cutters, wire strippers, torque tools, and appropriate fixtures to aid assembly.
• Read and understand electrical schematics and bill of material structures, identifying and escalating any errors or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Inspect and test subassemblies by verifying mechanical functionality and testing for electrical continuity using a voltmeter.
• Visually inspect components for flaws or damage and promptly escalate issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with miscellaneous production tasks including packaging finished goods, material handling and kitting, warehouse cleanup, and organization.
• Maintain strong commitments to quality and safety and actively support company values in daily work.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including participation in 5S or similar workplace organization programs.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed while performing assembly and material handling tasks.
• Regularly perform repetitive tasks and sit or stand for extended periods while maintaining focus and accuracy.
• Use manual dexterity to quickly and accurately assemble parts and pieces into complete subassemblies.
• Upload component firmware and configure devices according to written instructions.
• Adhere to established redline processes to clearly document any as‑built changes to designs or work instructions.
• Maintain accurate accounting of project materials and promptly report any discrepancies or shortages.
• Rework and repair equipment and products as instructed to meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in the development of work instructions by writing simple instructions, cutsheets, or assembly notes when needed.
• Safely use advanced tooling, including power tools and specialized test equipment such as CableEye systems.
• Identify the need for, and assist in, the development of tools and jigs that improve assembly processes and efficiency.
• Operate and maintain test fixtures, test devices, and test cables to ensure reliable verification of assemblies.
• Perform field service work as needed, including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of systems at customer locations.
• Proficiently navigate 3D CAD models and e‑drawings as an aid to assembly and troubleshooting.
• Perform full system cold checks using schematics to conduct continuity checks and validate wiring.
• Obtain and apply company‑sponsored high‑voltage electrical safety training to act as a qualified worker and safely perform hot checks on new systems.
• Apply advanced proficiency in the layout, routing, and termination of wires for UL 508A electrical panels.
• Apply advanced proficiency in building cables and wire harnesses that conform to IPC 620 standards.
• Apply advanced proficiency in assembling 24V safety circuits, including emergency stops, light curtains, status lights, and sensors.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for the production team and take a leadership role in implementing improvement activities.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting for electromechanical assemblies, including motors, cables, electrical panels, and mechanical components.
• Assume a leadership role on first‑article projects as assigned, ensuring new builds meet quality and design expectations.
• Act as a leader for the production team, upholding strong values, ethics, and commitments to quality and safety.
• Occasionally collaborate with the engineering department on proof‑of‑concept and research and development builds.
• Mentor and assist with training less experienced associates, sharing best practices and promoting a culture of learning.
• Communicate ideas and facts in a professional manner to all stakeholders, including production, engineering, and other cross‑functional teams.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2+ years of electromechanical assembly or related build experience.
• Proven ability to solder, strip, crimp, and splice electrical wiring for assemblies and harnesses.
• Experience building mechanical subassemblies using a variety of fastening methods and following proper torque specifications and sequences.
• Ability to route cables and secure wiring throughout systems to meet design and safety requirements.
• Competence in attaching labels or nameplates to assemblies, components, and cables with consistency and accuracy.
• Ability to measure dimensions and verify proper clearance of parts using appropriate tools.
• Proficient use of standard assembly tooling, including hex wrenches, screwdrivers, wire cutters, wire strippers, and torque tools.
• Experience using assembly tooling and fixtures to aid in proper and repeatable assembly.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and apply them to assembly and testing tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings for mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Experience verifying mechanical functionality of subassemblies and systems.
• Ability to test for electrical continuity using a voltmeter and other basic test equipment.
• Capability to lift and regularly handle up to 40–50 pounds during assembly and material handling tasks.
• Comfort with performing repetitive tasks and sitting or standing for long periods while maintaining quality.
• Strong manual dexterity to assemble parts and pieces quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain accurate accounting of project materials and report discrepancies promptly.
• Experience with rework and repair of equipment and products to meet quality standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas and facts professionally to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working from bills of materials and escalating errors or discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Familiarity with visual inspection techniques to identify component flaws or damage.
• Experience participating in workplace organization programs such as 5S.
• Ability to upload component firmware and configure devices according to written instructions.
• Experience adhering to formal change documentation processes (redline or similar) for as‑built changes.
• Experience in developing or contributing to work instructions, cutsheets, or assembly notes.
• Experience using advanced tooling and test systems such as power tools and CableEye.
• Ability to identify and help develop tools and jigs that improve assembly efficiency and quality.
• Experience operating and maintaining test fixtures, devices, and test cables.
• Field service experience, including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in navigating 3D CAD models and e‑drawings to aid assembly and troubleshooting.
• Experience performing cold continuity checks using schematics on full systems.
• High‑voltage electrical safety training or willingness to complete company‑sponsored training to act as a qualified worker for hot checks.
• Advanced or expert proficiency in layout, routing, and termination of wires for UL 508A electrical panels.
• Advanced or expert proficiency in building cables and wire harnesses that conform to IPC 620 standards.
• Advanced or expert proficiency in assembling 24V safety circuits, including emergency stops, light curtains, status lights, and sensors.
• Experience identifying and leading continuous improvement initiatives within a production environment.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for motors, cables, electrical panels, and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience leading first‑article projects and new build introductions in a production setting.
• Demonstrated leadership in production environments, upholding strong values, ethics, and commitments to quality and safety.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams on proof‑of‑concept and R&D builds.
• Experience mentoring and training less experienced associates in assembly techniques and safety practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production environment that offers appealing amenities and a modern facility designed to support focused, hands‑on technical work. The organization values quality, safety, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills, take on advanced responsibilities, and contribute ideas that shape better processes and products. You can expect a collaborative culture where cross‑functional teamwork is encouraged, and where training and development are supported so you can advance your career in electromechanical assembly and production leadership.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large warehouse, production, and manufacturing facility with dedicated assembly workstations that are being further developed and improved. You will work at individual stations using hand and power tools to assemble mechanical and electromechanical systems, supported by fixtures, test equipment, and organized material handling areas. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, with participation in workplace organization programs such as 5S. Work typically involves standing or sitting for extended periods, performing repetitive assembly tasks, and regularly lifting components up to approximately 40–50 pounds. Standard production attire suitable for a manufacturing floor is expected, with appropriate use of personal protective equipment when required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of TUALATIN, OR.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in TUALATIN,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.