Electrical Technician

ARA; Warrendale (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ARA in Warrendale, Oregon is seeking an Electrical Technician to support the assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical and electronic components used in vehicles, sensors, and computing systems. This hands-on role emphasizes cable and hardware work and close collaboration with engineering on hardware integration and software bring-up.

You will travel occasionally for field testing, read wiring diagrams, perform crimping and soldering, and help maintain safe, organized workspaces while

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training in Electrical Technology or related field.
• 3 years of hands-on electrical assembly, testing, or support experience.
• Proficiency with crimping, soldering, cable assembly, and reading wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical hardware including crimping, soldering, and cable fabrication.
• Wire components per schematics and follow assembly guidelines.
• Perform electrical testing on cables and assemblies to identify defects.
• Troubleshoot electrical hardware failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support software bring-up and hardware integration during testing.
• Assist with field testing and on-site troubleshooting.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safety-compliant workspace.
• Collaborate with engineering on vehicle-based electronics integration.
• Travel occasionally to support remote vehicle testing.

Skills

Crimping

Soldering

Cable assembly

Schematic reading

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Military experience accepted

Tools

Crimping tools

Soldering irons

Cable fabrication tools

Job description

Position Summary:
The Electrical Technician supports the assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical and electronic components used in vehicles, sensors, and computing systems. This role focuses on hands‑on cable and hardware work, supporting engineering in hardware integration, software bring‑up, and field testing. Work is completed under general supervision, with an emphasis on quality, organization, and consistent technical execution.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Assemble electrical and electronic hardware, including crimping, soldering, cable fabrication, connector integration, and panel or enclosure assembly.
• Wire components per electrical schematics and follow established assembly guidelines.
• Perform electrical testing on completed cables and assemblies to identify and resolve defects.
• Troubleshoot electrical hardware failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support software bring‑up and testing of sensors, computers, and other electronics.
• Support day‑to‑day troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues and assist with hardware changes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑compliant workspace.
• Collaborate with engineering staff on integration activities for vehicle‑based electronics.
• Travel occasionally to support remote vehicle testing and on‑site troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, or a related technician program; equivalent military experience accepted.
• Approximately 3 years of hands‑on experience in electrical assembly, electronics testing, or technician‑level engineering support.
• Proficiency with crimping tools, soldering, cable assembly, and reading electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills applied to routine and moderately complex electrical issues.
• Ability to operate standard hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally for field testing support.

Preferred

• Ability to draft cable drawings or wiring diagrams.

• Experience writing work instructions or assembly/test procedures.