Electronics Technician: Prototyping, Soldering & Testing

KOSTAL of America, Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

KOSTAL of America, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented electronics technician to support the design, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic products, prototypes, and test systems in a fast-paced lab.

The role emphasizes strong soldering and repair experience, the ability to manage multiple projects, and effective collaboration with engineers, interns, and team members while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Experience soldering/desoldering through-hole, SMT, wire harness, and microprocessor components.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and testing electronic/electromechanical devices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; lab cleanliness and order are essential.
• Professional communication: verbal, written, phone, and email.
• Define and enforce lab procedures; manage request flows and work orders.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Train junior technicians in soldering/desoldering techniques.
• MS Office proficiency; familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced soldering and desoldering on through-hole, SMT, wire harness, and microprocessor components (including microprocessor replacement).
• Troubleshoot embedded electronic systems and diagnose technical issues efficiently.
• Support and help coordinate the work of interns while managing multiple assignments and priorities.
• Design, assemble, and test electrical components for customer products, prototypes, and test systems in accordance with engineering instructions, technical manuals, and established electronics practices.
• Assist engineers with the development and implementation of new designs.
• Research, source, and order parts as needed, and maintain inventory for test fixtures, repairs, and related materials.
• Test electronic units, including prototypes and customer products, using standard test equipment; analyze results to evaluate performance and determine the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab work environment.
• Perform additional shop and technical support duties as assigned.

Skills

Soldering/Desoldering

Troubleshooting

Lab management

Multitasking

Communication

Training juniors

MS Office

AutoCAD familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP or inventory systems

MS Office

Job description

KOSTAL of America, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented electronics technician to support the design, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic products, prototypes, and test systems in a fast-paced lab.

The role emphasizes strong soldering and repair experience, the ability to manage multiple projects, and effective collaboration with engineers, interns, and team members while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.