Electro-Mechanical Technician TSA IV — Prototype & Test

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Electrical/Mechanical Technician (TSA IV) to support fabrication, testing, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems at the Pickle Research Campus.

The role requires advanced hands-on work, interpreting drawings and assembly instructions, and collaborating with engineers and scientists to advance prototype development and testing efforts.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Four years' experience in the skilled construction and maintenance of specialized electronic equipment using hand and machine tools.
• Experience using common electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity testers.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook sufficient to create and maintain documentation, spreadsheets, inventory records, and reports.
• Proficient math skills including fractions, measurements, area and perimeter calculations, rounding, and basic arithmetic functions.
• Demonstrated ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, prototype, and produce electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain specialized electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Interpret and apply electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, engineering documentation, and assembly instructions.
• Support prototype development, integration, testing, and production activities.
• Construct, terminate, encapsulate, and test acoustic arrays and cable assemblies.
• Perform routine data entry to support tracking and logistics.
• Maintain accurate quality assurance, testing, calibration, and assembly documentation.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fabrication

Reading schematics

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Continuity testers

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Electrical/Mechanical Technician (TSA IV) to support fabrication, testing, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems at the Pickle Research Campus.

The role requires advanced hands-on work, interpreting drawings and assembly instructions, and collaborating with engineers and scientists to advance prototype development and testing efforts.