Assembly Technician

BiomeSense; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge hardware startup is seeking an experienced Assembly Technician in Chicago to support the building of innovative hardware for gut microbiome sampling. Candidates should possess an Associate’s Degree, 3 years of hands-on experience in prototype assembly, and proficiency with various hand and power tools. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as diagnosing and repairing prototypes, ensuring build quality, and contributing to engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on experience in a hardware Technician role focusing on prototype assembly.
• Highly organized and independent, able to thrive in a startup environment.
• Willing to travel up to 25% for field repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, mechanical, and fluidic assembly of hardware prototypes.
• Diagnose and repair complex hardware and software issues.
• Design and improve test setups for better efficiency.

Skills

Prototyping

Electro-mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Detailed wiring and soldering

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent training

Tools

Calipers

Multimeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Assembly Technician – BiomeSense

BiomeSense is revolutionizing human health by developing novel hardware for daily gut microbiome sampling and AI-driven analytics. We're a fast-paced hardware startup, and we're looking for a highly skilled Assembly Technician to join our Engineering team and help bring our technology to life.

If you're a hands-on technical problem-solver who excels at prototyping, electro-mechanical assembly, and troubleshooting, this is your chance to make a direct impact on a cutting-edge scientific platform.

What You'll Do: The Core Mission

You will be the key technical resource responsible for the build quality and serviceability of our novel GutLab hardware.

• Hardware Build & Test: Perform detailed electrical, mechanical, and fluidic assembly of hardware prototypes and sub-assemblies following engineering specifications and SOPs.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex hardware, software, and firmware issues on prototypes, both in the lab and in the field.
• Engineering Enablement: Design, build, and improve test setups and fixtures to optimize assembly and validation efficiency. Maintain a clean, organized, and properly inventoried hardware lab.
• Documentation & Quality: Create and refine high-quality documentation (SOPs, manuals) to ensure rapid, high-quality production, and provide critical assembly feedback to the engineering design team.

What You'll Bring: The Must-Haves

• Associate’s Degree (or equivalent training) + 3 years of hands‑on experience in a hardware Technician role, with a focus on prototype assembly.
• Expertise with a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, and measurement equipment (calipers, multimeters, etc.).
• Proven ability to perform detailed wiring, harnessing, and soldering.
• Highly organized, proactive, and independent. Ready to thrive in a startup environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for field repair and system installation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of hands‑on experience in a hardware Technician role, with a focus on prototype assembly.
• Experience with instrument control software and/or basic scripting.
• Familiarity with prototyping techniques (e.g., 3D printing, light machining).
• Prior experience in a production line or scaling environment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries

Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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