Assembler - Chassis Technician

Sciton; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Sciton in Palo Alto, CA seeks a hands-on Chassis Assembly Technician to support the mechanical assembly of sophisticated laser and light-based systems. You will build subassemblies, route wiring, and install components according to engineering drawings and BOMs.

The ideal candidate will use hand and power tools, maintain strict quality standards, and thrive in a team-driven manufacturing environment focused on safety and precision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in mechanical, electromechanical, precision, or production assembly.
• Ability to use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and/or schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a manufacturing team.
• Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electromechanical assembly of laser and related equipment.
• Assemble chassis, frames, brackets, panels, mounts, and mechanical subassemblies.
• Install and secure electrical, optical, cooling, and mechanical components.
• Route and secure wires, cables, tubing, and harnesses according to specifications.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, and other assembly equipment.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and detailed work instructions.
• Perform torqueing and fastening operations to specified requirements.
• Inspect completed assemblies for workmanship, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and communicate assembly issues, missing components, or quality concerns.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and other production personnel to resolve assembly issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform additional manufacturing and assembly duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Wiring and harness routing

Job description

Corporate Careers at Sciton in Palo Alto, CA

Make Your Mark

Join Silicon Valley’s leading minds in Medical Aesthetics

Work for a company built on a foundation of…

Selflessness. Candor. Innovation. Execution. Objectivity. Excellence. Learning. Ownership. Clarity.

Our core values define who we are.

They drive our success, fuel our innovation, and push us to break barriers—transforming lives through cutting‑edge laser and light‑based technology.

Passion powers everything we do. You see, Sciton was founded by scientists with a vision: to improve peoples’ lives. And that mission continues today.

Our strength comes from our people—the diverse, talented minds who bring innovation, teamwork, and determination to everything we do.

Position:Assembler - Chassis Technician

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Job Id:590

# of Openings:1

Assembler - Chassis Technician

Sciton is a Silicon Valley based pioneer in laser, light, and energy technologies for aesthetic and medical applications. Our engineers brought laser products to market just a few years after lasers were first invented, and that same spirit of innovation still drives us today.
We are built on a strong set of values: Selflessness, Candor, Innovation, Execution, Objectivity, Excellence, Learning, Ownership, and Clarity. With more than 500 employees worldwide, Sciton has been recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace for four consecutive years from 2022 to 2026.
If you are a strategic thinker who enjoys bringing teams together, turning business objectives into compelling marketing campaigns, and driving complex initiatives from concept through execution, we would love to meet you.

Position Summary

Sciton is seeking a hands‑on Chassis Assembly Technician to support the assembly of sophisticated medical and aesthetic laser systems. This position is responsible for the mechanical and electromechanical assembly of equipment, including installing components, routing wiring and tubing, and building subassemblies according to engineering drawings, bills of materials, and established work instructions.

The ideal candidate has experience working with hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable performing detailed, precision assembly work. Experience assembling medical devices, optical equipment, laboratory equipment, or other complex electromechanical systems is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electromechanical assembly of laser and related equipment.
• Assemble chassis, frames, brackets, panels, mounts, and mechanical subassemblies.
• Install and secure electrical, optical, cooling, and mechanical components.
• Route and secure wires, cables, tubing, and harnesses according to specifications.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, and other assembly equipment.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and detailed work instructions.
• Perform torqueing and fastening operations to specified requirements.
• Inspect completed assemblies for workmanship, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and communicate assembly issues, missing components, or quality concerns.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and other production personnel to resolve assembly issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform additional manufacturing and assembly duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in mechanical, electromechanical, precision, or production assembly.
• Ability to use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and/or schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a manufacturing team.
• Good hand‑eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining consistent quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience assembling medical devices, lasers, optical equipment, laboratory equipment, or other precision equipment.
• Experience with electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with wiring, cable routing, tubing, or wire harnesses.
• Experience using torque tools and working to specified torque requirements.
• Experience working from BOMs and engineering drawings.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work with tools for extended periods.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to lift and move components and materials within the requirements of the position.
• Ability to perform detailed work requiring manual dexterity and visual attention.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment and may involve working around mechanical, electrical, optical, and cooling systems. Employees are expected to maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, safety, and product quality.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position is $22-$27/hr, depending on experience, qualifications, and level. In addition to a competitive market-based salary, Sciton provides an opportunity to participate in equity/stock incentive programs, a profit‑sharing bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) with matching.

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