Cable Assembly Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a detail-oriented Cable Assembly Technician in Framingham to support the Hardware Engineering team. You will perform cable assembly, harness fabrication, and hardware testing for GPS/tablet systems.

Responsibilities include wiring, crimping, soldering, diagram reading, and quality inspections. Fast-paced, hands-on bench work with tools and documentation to ensure production accuracy and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience with wire crimping, soldering, stripping, and cutting.
• Experience in cable assembly, wiring harness fabrication, electronics, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Hardware Engineering team with cable assembly and troubleshooting.
• Perform wire crimping, soldering, stripping and cutting.
• Build custom wiring harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Inspect completed assemblies to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with cable assemblies and wiring harnesses.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Properly manage tools, equipment, and materials.
• Work with engineering staff to identify process improvements and resolve production issues.
• Document assembly processes and maintain accurate production records.
• Support additional hardware‑related tasks as needed.

Skills

Wire crimping

Soldering

Stripping

Cutting

Wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting

Job description

Cable Assembly Technician

Location: Framingham
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Pay: $20.00-$22.00/hour

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Cable Assembly Technicianto support their Hardware Engineering team with cable assembly, wiring harness fabrication, and hardware troubleshooting. This is a hands‑on role involving the building and testing of cable assemblies used in GPS and tablet hardware systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Hardware Engineering team with cable assembly and troubleshooting
• Perform wire crimping, soldering, stripping, and cutting
• Build custom wiring harnesses and cable assemblies
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions
• Inspect completed assemblies to ensure quality and adherence to specifications
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with cable assemblies and wiring harnesses
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Properly manage tools, equipment, and materials
• Work with engineering staff to identify process improvements and resolve production issues
• Document assembly processes and maintain accurate production records
• Support additional hardware‑related tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Experience with wire crimping, soldering, stripping, and cutting preferred
• Previous experience in cable assembly, wiring harness fabrication, electronics, or a related field preferred
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical schematics
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Working Conditions:

• Primarily hands‑on bench work in a hardware/production environment
• May require sitting or standing for extended periods
• Requires frequent use of hand tools and small components

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