Engineering Technician, Powertrain

DeWinter Group; South San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in the SF Bay Area is seeking an Engineering Technician to build, test, and troubleshoot complex electromechanical drone systems. You will directly support autonomous drone infrastructure development and hands-on hardware for delivery solutions.

Join a mission-driven team that values craftsmanship, precision, and practical problem solving in a fast-paced hardware environment with cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have strong hands-on electromechanical assembly experience.
• Experience in fine-pitch SMT soldering and harness fabrication.
• Ability to read complex wiring diagrams, schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with hardware diagnostic equipment and CLI tools.
• Background in automotive, aerospace, robotics or related high-tech environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, rework, and modify intricate electromechanical assemblies, wiring harnesses, and PCBAs based on detailed engineering diagrams.
• Perform precision soldering, PCB component replacement, and high-voltage/high-power connections to ensure hardware integrity.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot hardware test fixtures; flash and configure systems using CLI and engineering software.
• Conduct root-cause analysis for hardware failures, review test logs, and communicate actionable insights to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with avionics, ground systems, testing, and powertrain teams to build robust drone hardware.

Skills

Fine-pitch soldering

SMT rework

Harness fabrication

Wiring diagrams interpretation

Electrical/Hardware debugging

PCB assembly

Mechanical assembly

Aerospace/Automotive/Robotics exp

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Hardware diagnostic tools

CLI tools

Job description

Engineering Technician

Join a pioneering team dedicated to advancing autonomous drone technology in the vibrant SF Bay Area! As an Engineering Technician, you will be at the forefront of building, testing, and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems that power innovative aerial delivery solutions. Your hands-on expertise will directly support the development and deployment of cutting-edge drone infrastructure, making a tangible impact on global logistics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, rework, and modify intricate electromechanical assemblies, wiring harnesses, and PCBAs based on detailed engineering diagrams.
• Perform precision soldering, PCB component replacement, and high-voltage/high-power connections to ensure hardware integrity.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot hardware test fixtures; utilize command-line tools and engineering software to flash and configure systems.
• Conduct root-cause analysis for hardware failures, review test logs, and communicate actionable insights to engineering teams.
• Collaborate closely with specialized teams in avionics, ground systems, testing, and powertrain to build robust, mission-critical drone hardware.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in fine-pitch soldering, surface-mount technology (SMT) rework, and harness fabrication.
• Ability to interpret complex wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with command-line interface tools and hardware diagnostic equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Background in automotive, aerospace, robotics, or related high-tech environments (e.g., Tesla, Zoox).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in assembly and PCB work.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with high-voltage, high-power battery systems and powertrain testing.
• Mechanical fixture building, test rig setup, or ground support hardware familiarity.
• Expertise in surface-mount technology (SMT) rework under magnification.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Certified or experienced in hands-on electromechanical assembly, ideally in fast-paced hardware development environments.
• Relevant experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial robotics.

Other Requirements:

• Onsite/hybrid work format in the SF Bay Area.
• Ability to handle physical tasks related to hardware assembly and testing.
• Passion for innovation and working in a solution-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Be part of a mission-driven company committed to transforming logistics through autonomous technology. Your craftsmanship and technical acumen will help shape the future of delivery drones around the world.