Engineering Technician

Origin AI; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with 5% match

Flexible paid time off

Onsite gym

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Origin AI in Rockville, MD is seeking an Engineering Technician to support testing from prototype evaluation through verification and validation. You will help assemble, test, and ship sensing systems to potential customers and external testers, while collaborating with multiple teams to drive product quality.

You should have an associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field, be tech-savvy, and capable of writing test plans and cases.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• Experience developing test methodologies and test plans.
• Familiarity with Linux.
• Ability to write test cases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of Origin’s WiFi Sensing technology and B2B integration models.
• Assist the quality team with system level testing; identify and escalation issues.
• Assist the product and engineering teams with prototype testing and evaluation, including test documentation.
• Assemble, kit, track, and refurb prototype sensing systems that are sent to potential B2B customers and/or external product testers for evaluation.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
• Manage the Origin “demo house” in partnership with Sales Engineering.

Skills

Tech savvy

Test methodologies

Linux

Shell scripting

Test case writing

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Origin is redefining home security with TruShield℠ Security, a hardware-free, router-based solution powered by our exclusive AI Sensing℠ technology. TruShield goes beyond motion detection to deliver Verified Human Presence℠, accurately distinguishing between people and non-human activity. By leveraging existing WiFi networks and connected devices, it delivers awareness across the home without cameras, wearables, or additional hardware, eliminating false alarms and elevating protection.

Now part of ADT, Origin strengthens ADT’s promise of trusted protection by adding real-time awareness and context inside the home. When every second counts, knowing what is actually happening, not just that something happened, changes everything.

About the Job:

As an Engineering Technician at Origin, you will help with various aspects of testing from prototype evaluation, to data collection for product development, to verification and validation. You will also assist the sales team with product demos, maintain the sensing systems in our demo house, assemble and kit sensing systems to be sent to external parties for evaluation, and more. You will report to the Director of Quality Assurance, but in your unique role you will engage with multiple departments. Successful Engineering Technicians have a passion for cutting edge technology, a curious mindset, and a high level of attention to detail.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop a deep understanding of Origin’s WiFi Sensing technology and B2B customer integration models
• Assist the quality team with system level testing; identify and escalation issues
• Assist the product and engineering teams with prototype testing and evaluation, including test documentation
• Assemble, kit, track, and refurb prototype sensing systems that are sent to potential B2B customers and/or external product testers for evaluation
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies
• Manage the Origin “demo house” in partnership with Sales Engineering

About You:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical field
• Tech savvy as demonstrated through school projects, hobbies, and/or prior work experience
• Experience in developing test methodologies, writing test plans, and creating test cases
• Familiarity with Linux and shell script preferred
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team

What We Can Offer You

• Full healthcare package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) + 5% company match
• Flexible paid time off policy
• Onsite gym
• Tuition reimbursement program & Continued Learning Program

Additional Info:

Origin is committed to building and fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. We believe in incorporating everyone’s perspectives and experiences as this has been a significant driver in our success so far.

For this reason, we strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to get in touch. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements of a job listing, do yourself (and us) a favor by still applying! It’s highly likely you’ll bring something to the workplace that we haven’t thought of yet, and we would love to hear from you.

Origin is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.