Engineering Technician - Outdoor

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician - Outdoor to join our U.S. headquarters team in the Greater Kansas City area. You will build, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify basic developmental and production equipment and systems.

You will layout circuits, read schematics, and assist design engineers, diagnosing wiring issues and preparing wiring diagrams as needed. The role includes documenting work, mentoring Lab Assistants, and contributing to design improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent education/experience in electronics.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Ability to read schematics and debug circuits.
• Experience with FCC/CE and GPS testing.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mentor to Engineering Lab Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Layout electronic circuits and assist design engineers.
• Read schematics, debug from system to component level.
• Diagnose wiring problems and create wiring diagrams.
• Prototype, breadboard, and troubleshoot basic circuits.
• Operate lab tools: PCB milling, scopes, meters, analyzers.
• Document schematics and update computer records.
• Recommend basic design improvements and mentor juniors.

Skills

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Electronics related Military training

ISCET certification

80 hours toward BS in Electronics/Mechanical Tech

Tools

PCB milling

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

Logic analyzer

EMC analyzer

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Engineering Technician - Outdoor at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying basic developmental and production equipment and systems.

Essential Functions

• Layout electronic circuits
• Assist Design Engineers through reading schematics, understanding and debugging basic circuits to the component level
• Understand system interconnects and wiring practices and is able to diagnose and correct connection and wiring problems and/or create system wiring diagrams with assistance
• Perform electrical circuit prototyping, breadboard construction and troubleshooting including reading/following schematics and layout drawings to identify solder and assembly problems and correcting problems with assistance
• Able to operate basic lab test equipment such as PCB milling machines, multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzer, and logic analyzers
• Perform basic PCB and unit modifications including adjusting, calibrating, aligning, and/or modifying circuitry and components and record effects on unit performance and learn skills for handling more difficult hardware modifications
• Prepare/execute electrical rework and software updates on lab prototypes
• Document schematics and enter them into computer systems
• Recommend design improvements and changes in basic circuitry
• Serve as a mentor to Engineering Lab Assistants
• Thoroughly document work in an organized manner, work collaboratively/professionally in a team environment with other Garmin associates to achieve goals including sharing ideas and information freely and positively, and identifies/resolves problems of basic scope using proper engineering tools and techniques
• Understand Garmin’s Mission Statement, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibit a desire to see Garmin succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or another substantially similar field OR electronics related Military training OR completion of a minimum of 80 hours towards a BS degree in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or substantially related field OR current ISCET certification or related certification OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent academic qualifications (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with ability to effectively apply learned knowledge
• Demonstrates ability to apply test processes and methods to verify design and products performance
• Understands basic test plans and procedures including FCC, CE, and live GPS testing
• Demonstrated ability to read schematics, understand and debug basic circuits from system level to component level with engineering guidance
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate basic and advanced lab equipment including PCB milling machines, oscilloscopes, EMC analyzers, etc.
• Proficiency working with MS Office Suite, specifically Word & Excel
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must exhibit professionalism, be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems and excellent time management/follow-up skills
• Must possess the ability to: bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. and team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; push/pull test equipment on wheeled, moveable racks of up to 400 lbs.; stand for extended periods of time, climb and utilize ladders to connect cables; and walk long distances throughout the facility

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5 as a general rule)
• Mechanical prototyping skills
• Test software development experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits