Electrical Engineering Technician

Our client, an industry leader in autonomous mobility, is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to join their team. As an Electrical Engineering Technician, you will be part of the Sensor Engineering department supporting the Advanced Hardware Engineering team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, proactive problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Technician

Location: Foster City, CA

Pay Range: $45/hour + Benefits

What's the Job?

• Design and build wiring harnesses for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches and rack builds, translating schematics into pinout diagrams and selecting appropriate connectors and wire gauges.
• Rack, stack, and wire test assets including compute nodes, network switches, and power units, following detailed layout diagrams and organizing cables for optimal signal integrity and accessibility.
• Own day-to-day lab operations by managing inventory, staging parts, maintaining organization, and ensuring safety protocols such as ESD and electrical safety are followed.
• Troubleshoot hardware faults, diagnose issues with cables, power supplies, and connections, and collaborate with test engineers to reproduce and escalate complex failures.
• Maintain accurate build documentation, including pinout tables, BOMs, wiring diagrams, rack elevations, and revision histories to support ongoing development and troubleshooting efforts.

What's Needed?

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in a lab, bench technician, or data center hardware role, with an associate's degree or vocational/technical certification in electronics or electromechanical technology (equivalent experience considered).
• Proven experience designing and building wiring harnesses, reading wiring diagrams, and crimping automotive-grade connectors such as Molex, Amphenol, or Rosenberger.
• Experience racking and cabling servers and network equipment, including structured cabling, cable management, and power distribution, working independently from detailed rack diagrams.
• Strong skills with hand tools, torque tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies, along with knowledge of AC/DC electrical safety and ESD handling.
• Ability to lift and move rack equipment weighing up to 50 lbs and maintain organized workspaces with minimal supervision.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive hardware and test infrastructure supporting autonomous systems.
• Engagement with a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to technological advancement.
• Hands-on experience with wiring harness design, hardware troubleshooting, and lab management.
• Potential for professional growth within a forward-thinking organization.
• Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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