Mechatronics & Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Blue Sparq, Inc. – Cape Coral, FL
Full-Time | On-Site

Position Overview

Blue Sparq, Inc. is looking for a hands-on, motivated Mechatronics & Manufacturing Technician to support our engineering and manufacturing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is passionate about electronics, mechanical systems, automation, robotics, 3D printing, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and learning how real products are designed and manufactured.

We are not looking for a traditional corporate engineer. We are looking for someone who loves building, tinkering, learning, troubleshooting, and creating things with their hands.

You will work directly with experienced engineers and manufacturing staff while learning real-world product development, automated manufacturing, circuit board assembly, test fixture development, wiring, machine integration, and mechanical prototyping.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Pick-and-Place Support

• Set up JUKI pick-and-place machine jobs using established internal procedures
• Follow step-by-step documentation to move designs from Altium into Fishbowl inventory management and JUKI software
• Help organize and maintain manufacturing setup files
• Support PCB assembly and manufacturing operations

Mechanical Design & Prototyping

• Assist with mechanical design work in SolidWorks
• Operate and maintain 3D printers
• Prototype and test mechanical components and assemblies
• Help improve designs through hands-on testing and iteration

Electronics, Wiring & Test Development

• Assist with electronics testing and troubleshooting
• Build test fixtures and prototype systems
• Work with Arduino and Raspberry Pi systems for test automation and validation
• Help develop simple test software and hardware setups for manufactured circuit boards
• Perform wiring, cable routing, and machine electrical integration
• Crimp electrical contacts and assemble cable harnesses
• Create and update cable harness drawings and wiring documentation
• Assist with wiring up machines, prototypes, and automated systems
• Support engineering teams with prototype builds and testing

Qualifications

• Strong interest in electronics, mechanical systems, robotics, automation, or manufacturing
• Experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, hobby electronics, or personal projects
• Comfortable building, troubleshooting, and learning hands-on
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to follow technical documentation and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3D printing
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks
• Familiarity with soldering, wiring, crimping, and basic electronics assembly
• Experience creating or working from wiring diagrams
• Experience building cable harnesses
• Experience with CNC machines, robotics, or automation projects
• Understanding of mechanical assemblies and wiring
• Experience with PCB assembly or manufacturing is a plus

What We’re Really Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds projects at home for fun
• Enjoys taking things apart and figuring out how they work
• Has experimented with Arduino or Raspberry Pi projects
• Is excited to learn from experienced engineers
• Wants to grow into a high-level technical role over time

Passion, curiosity, and work ethic are more important to us than an expensive degree.

About Blue Sparq

Blue Sparq, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in embedded systems, electronics, UI/UX, automation, and advanced product development for the commercial foodservice industry.

Our team designs and builds real products, real machines, and real technology used around the world.

We are looking for people who are excited to learn and grow with us.

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