Electronic Technician III

Smith & Nephew; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Health/Medical benefits

Job summary

Smith+Neb is seeking an Electronic Technician III to perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and testing of electromechanical medical instruments and assemblies. You will follow approved procedures, drawings, schematics, and other controlled documentation, and diagnose complex issues while maintaining quality and productivity.

The role emphasizes technical expertise, documentation in DHRs, and collaboration on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; associate degree preferred.
• 4–6 years in electronic/electromechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience with diagnostics using drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair analog and digital electromechanical instruments.
• Calibrate and test instruments per procedures and specs.
• Document repairs, inspections, and test results in DHRs and quality systems.
• Create packaging labels and prepare instruments for shipment.
• Support daily cell metrics tracking and continuous improvement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Electronics - analog/digital

Electronic test equipment

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Schematic software

Job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Neb, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Electronic Technician III performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and testing of electromechanical medical instruments and assemblies using approved procedures, technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and other controlled documentation. This role serves as a highly skilled technician capable of independently diagnosing complex issues while maintaining established quality, productivity, and performance standards. Responsibilities remain primarily hands-on with an increased expectation for technical expertise and problem-solving capability. This role also supports continuous improvement activities and provides technical guidance when needed.

What will you be doing?

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, adjust, and test analog and digital electromechanical medical instruments according to established procedures and specifications.
• Accurately document repairs, inspections, testing activities, and findings within Device History Records (DHRs) and quality systems.
• Create labels and package medical instruments and assemblies for shipment.
• Complete and support daily work cell performance metric tracking and reporting.
• Evaluate repair requirements and prepare customer repair quotations.

What Will You Need to Be Successful?

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in Electronics from an accredited two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Equivalent military electronics training and experience may be substituted.

Experience

• 4-6 years of experience as an Electronic Technician, Service Technician, Manufacturing Technician, or in a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Experience performing diagnostics using technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and electronic test equipment.
• Medical device, manufacturing, or regulated industry experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Experience using electronic test and diagnostic equipment.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and handle materials up to 25 pounds.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 10% travel required.

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).

Your Future

• 401k Matching Program
• 401k Plus Program
• Discounted Stock Options
• Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Flex Holidays
• Paid Community Service Day

Your Wellbeing

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)

Training

• Hands-On
• Team-Customized
• Mentorship

  Extra Perks

  • Discounts on fitness clubs
  • travel
  • and more!

  Smith+Neb provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

  Smith+Neb is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

  We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.

  From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Neb a unique place.

  Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits.

  But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart.

  Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.