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Perform advanced troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, or automated systems to pinpoint root causes of issues and failures.Data Collection & Analysis: Record detailed technical data, analyze test results, and generate clear summary reports for engineering teams.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve lab efficiency, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and build/test work instructions.Equipment Maintenance: Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, tools, and inventory to ensure safety and operational readiness.Mentorship: Provide guidance, technical support, and training to junior technicians and operators.Lab management: Adhere to and enhance robotics lab safety protocols (e.g., E-stops, laser safety), maintain equipment calibration, and manage component inventory.Qualifications & RequirementsMust-have:Technical Skills:Strong proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.Hands-on mastery of diagnostic equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters)Strong proficiency with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers height gauge etc.).Practical CAD experience and fixture design for prototyping (NX/CATIA).Solid understanding of machining and manufacturing methods.Solid understanding of safety standards and standard lab protocols.Solid understanding of BLDC/stepper motors, servo drives and sensor interfaces (CAN, EtherCAT, Serial,Ethernet).Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail.Clear written and verbal communication, and a collaborative mindset.Experience: 10+ years of hands-on experience as a technician in testing, manufacturing, prototyping, or R&D environments.Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, etc.), vocational certification, or equivalent practical/military experience.Nice-to-have:Experience with CNC machining processesExperience with lab automation tools (e.g., LabVIEW, basic scripting/Python).Relevant industry certifications (e.g., IPC standards, Machining/CNC, ISO quality standards).Prior experience in a fast-paced R&D or rapid prototyping environment.","company":"Socketdev","rawCompany":"socketdev","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T02:56:06.395Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3024.00","title":"Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electro-mechanical-and-mechatronics-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-3027.00","title":"Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"mechanical-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Engineering Technician","description":"Role DescriptionWe are looking to recruit an exceptional Engineering Technician to work on advanced electromechanical prototype systems.Key ResponsibilitiesAssembly: Build, integrate, and modify complex electromechanical prototypes, assemblies, and test fixtures based on engineering schematics, blueprints, verbal directions and your own intuition. 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