Electrical Assembler

Communications & Power Industries (CPI); State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is seeking an Electronics Assembler to join our manufacturing team in the United States. You will assemble components, PCBs, cables, and harnesses, and interpret drawings and BOMs to ensure precise, quality subassemblies.

The role requires experience reading electrical schematics and performing soldering (through-hole and surface-mount). IPC standards experience is a plus, with attention to detail and teamwork essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical assembly and wiring preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with wire preparation, crimping, termination, soldering, and basic electrical testing methods.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and basic electrical test equipment.
• IPC soldering certification or experience working to IPC standards is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components, PCBs, cables, wire harnesses and related subassemblies.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Install and solder through-hole and surface-mount components as required.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, terminate, and label wires and cables.
• Use hand tools, soldering equipment, microscopes, magnifiers, and basic test equipment.
• Inspect assemblies for correct placement, polarity, solder quality and workmanship.
• Perform continuity checks and basic functional testing.
• Identify and report defective materials or discrepancies and rework as needed.
• Follow ESD controls and safety and quality procedures.
• Complete production records and paperwork accurately.

Job description

• Assemble electronic components, printed circuit boards, cables, wire harnesses, and related subassemblies.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Install and solder through-hole and surface-mount components as required.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, terminate, and label wires and cables.
• Use hand tools, soldering equipment, microscopes, magnifiers, and basic electronic test equipment.
• Inspect components and completed assemblies for correct placement, polarity, solder quality, and overall workmanship.
• Perform continuity checks, functional tests, and other basic electronic testing.
• Identify and report defective materials, damaged components, drawing discrepancies, and assembly problems.
• Rework or repair assemblies according to approved instructions and within the scope of training.
• Follow electrostatic discharge controls and all applicable safety and quality procedures.
• Complete production records, inspection documentation, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

You Will Be Accountable To

• Assemble electronic components, printed circuit boards, cables, wire harnesses, and related subassemblies.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Install and solder through-hole and surface-mount components as required.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, terminate, and label wires and cables.
• Use hand tools, soldering equipment, microscopes, magnifiers, and basic electronic test equipment.
• Inspect components and completed assemblies for correct placement, polarity, solder quality, and overall workmanship.
• Perform continuity checks, functional tests, and other basic electronic testing.
• Identify and report defective materials, damaged components, drawing discrepancies, and assembly problems.
• Rework or repair assemblies according to approved instructions and within the scope of training.
• Follow electrostatic discharge controls and all applicable safety and quality procedures.
• Complete production records, inspection documentation, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

You Are The Right Person If You Have

• Previous electrical assembly, panel wiring, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with wire preparation, crimping, termination, soldering, and electrical testing methods.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and basic electrical test equipment.
• IPC soldering certification or experience working to IPC standards is an asset.
• Basic math, measurement, and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete work within established production schedules.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

What We Offer

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff… We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.