Electrical Engineering Technician II - SMT

Milwaukee-Tool; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust health, dental and vision plans

Generous 401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness, fitness center, food

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an EE Technician II – SMT in our Power Tool Electronics Laboratory in Brookfield, WI to populate and assemble prototype PCBA boards on schedule and to high quality standards.

You'll set up and run automated SMT equipment, read assembly drawings, collaborate with engineers, provide feedback, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement. Strong communication and Excel/Outlook skills are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Strong knowledge of operating and troubleshooting automated SMT equipment.
• Ability to read PCBA assembly drawings and build documents (IPC knowledge).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automated assembly equipment for prototype PCBs.
• Collaborate with Rapid PCBA team on material readiness and setup status.
• Provide post-assembly manufacturing feedback on best practices.
• Assist in preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Communicate project delays and updates clearly.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Contribute to productivity improvements and process enhancements.

Skills

SMT equipment operation

Read PCBA drawings

IPC knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Excel

Outlook

Education

Associates Degree or two-year college

Tools

Mycronic machines

Koh Young machines

Job description

Job Description:Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success – so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in electrical engineering resources to design and develop leadership in electronic capabilities; something unique within the industry. And we’re pushing the limits in firmware engineering, power electronics, embedded systems, machine learning, and the use of artificial intelligence.Behind our doors you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started.The EE Technician II– SMT is a member of our technician team in the Power Tool Electronics Laboratory. Your main responsibility will be populating printed circuit boards to deliver Electronic Prototypes on time, with high quality and with a continuous improvement mindset.You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Setup and operate automated assembly equipment for prototype PCBAs.Collaborate with all members of the Rapid PCBA team regarding material readiness and setup status.Provide post assembly manufacturing feedback regarding best practicesAssist in completing preventive maintenance on equipment.Effectively communicate project delays and updates.Maintain a safe and clean work environment.Work to improve productivity while maintaining quality standardsAssist in continuous improvement and process implementation activities.What TOOLS you’ll bring with you:Associates Degree from a two-year college or technical school. Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.Strong knowledge of operating and troubleshooting automated SMT equipment.Ability to read PCBA assembly drawings and build documents.IPC knowledge.Must be able to identify electronic components, polarity, values, etc.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Experience using and working with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:Relevant experience with Mycronic or Koh Young machines.Experience working alongside engineers in an engineering/electronics lab.Experience in thermal profiling printed circuit boards.We provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.Generous 401 (K) savings plan.Education assistance.On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.