Electronics Technician (W2 Only)

Socket.dev; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Edina, MN is seeking an Electronics Technician to move hardware from prototyping into production, focusing on precision soldering and board-level debugging of embedded systems.

The role involves assembling and bringing up small robotic systems in both R&D and production settings, and contributing to process improvements as build volumes grow.

Ideal candidates have at least three years in an industry hardware role and an associate degree in electronics or relevant training.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in fine-pitch soldering and rework to IPC standards.
• Ability to read schematics and PCB layouts and apply debugging strategies.
• Experience with bench instrumentation and methodical failure analysis.
• Sufficient Python and Linux proficiency for test automation.
• Mechanical aptitude and flexibility across bench, production, and design tasks.

Responsibilities

• Hand-solder and rework fine-pitch components (QFN, 0402, 0201, BGA) with precision.
• Debug battery-powered embedded electronics at board level using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and bench power supplies.
• Assemble and bring up small robotic systems in R&D and production settings, and contribute to process improvements as build volumes grow.
• Maintain clear documentation — test procedures, build notes, and records sufficient for another technician to reproduce the work.

Skills

Fine-pitch soldering

Rework

Board debugging

Read schematics

Python

Linux

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Associate degree in electronics or electrical technology

Relevant trade or military training

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Multimeters

Bench power supplies

Job description

The ElectronicsTechnician is a hands-on generalist responsible for moving hardware fromprototyping into production. The role centers on two core areas: precisionsoldering and rework of fine-pitch components, and board-level debugging ofembedded systems. The technician also supports test and assembly in productionof small robotic systems. The position spans prototype through low-volumeproduction, offering direct ownership of the work and quick feedback on itsresults.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

• Hand-solderand rework fine-pitch surface-mount components (QFN, 0402; 0201 and BGA reworka plus) to the precision required for prototype and low-volume builds.
• Debugbattery-powered embedded electronics at the board level using oscilloscopes,logic analyzers, multimeters, and bench power supplies, isolating faults acrossanalog, digital, and power domains.
• Assembleand bring up small robotic systems in both R&D and production settings, andcontribute to process improvements as build volumes grow.
• Maintainclear documentation — test procedures, build notes, and records sufficient foranother technician to reproduce the work.

Skills andCompetencies:

Required:

• Demonstratedproficiency in fine-pitch soldering and rework. This is a primary screeningcriterion. Familiarity with IPC workmanship standards is preferred.
• Abilityto read schematics and PCB layouts, and to translate them into a structureddebugging approach.
• Practicalcommand of bench instrumentation and a methodical, hypothesis-driven approachto failure analysis.
• SufficientPython and Linux proficiency to maintain test automation independently. Aformal software engineering background is not required.
• Mechanicalaptitude for assembly and fixture work, and the flexibility to move amongbench, production, and design tasks as priorities shift.

The ideal candidatewould also:

• Developand adapt Python scripts on Linux to automate testing, data capture, andinstrument control (e.g., over serial, GPIB/VISA, or comparable interfaces).
• Design,build, document, and validate custom test fixtures and equipment, from initialconcept through wiring and assembly.
• Educationand Experience:
• Aminimum of three years in an industry hardware role (manufacturing, R&D,contract electronics, or comparable). Equivalent demonstrated experience may beconsidered in lieu of formal credentials.
• Anassociate degree in electronics or electrical technology, relevant trade ormilitary training, or comparable evidence of competence

SupervisoryResponsibilities:

• Maysupervise assembly technicians during testing, prototyping, and productionsteps.

PhysicalDemands:

• Abilityto sit or stand for up to four hours at a time.
• Abilityto lift up and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Abilityto use a ladder and occasionally work overhead.
• Reasonableaccommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.
• Theabove job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties andstandards of the position.
• Incumbentswill follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, asassigned by their supervisor.