Production Electromechanical Technician

Wintriss Engineering Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wintriss Engineering Corporation in San Diego, CA, seeks a Production Electromechanical Technician for on-site, full-time work. You will assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical components used in automated surface inspection equipment, interpreting drawings and performing wiring and integration.

You will design electrical control panels and enclosures using AutoCAD, create and maintain BOMs and engineering documentation, and collaborate across engineering and production to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Minimum of five years in manufacturing for industrial controls, aerospace, military, rugged electronics, or similar environments.
• Hands-on experience designing and supporting electro-mechanical assemblies and enclosure systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical panel layouts, enclosure design, and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with NEC and UL508A standards for industrial control panels.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical components used in automated surface inspection equipment.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and perform wiring and mechanical integration.
• Design electrical control panels, operator interface panels, back panels, and mechanical enclosures using AutoCAD.
• Create and maintain manufacturing drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturability, reliability, product quality, and cost efficiency.
• Develop assembly procedures, work instructions, inspection criteria, and production test methods.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality, and field issues using root cause analysis techniques.
• Design and develop production fixtures, tooling, and test equipment to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with IPC, MIL-STD, ISO, NEC, UL508A and related requirements.
• Support supplier selection, component sourcing, and technical evaluations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Hands-on production

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Company Description

Wintriss Engineering Corporation is an innovative technology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in automated surface vision inspection systems since 1989. The company serves a broad range of industries, including plastics, metals, nonwovens, paper, and coated or laminated composites. Its highly modular Web Ranger™ system helps customers improve product quality, reduce scrap and yield losses, and increase productivity. Wintriss focuses on tailored, industry 4.0-ready solutions that deliver measurable cost savings, positioning the company as a trusted expert in surface inspection.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Production Electromechanical Technician role is based in San Diego, CA. The engineer will assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical components and systems used in automated surface inspection equipment. Daily responsibilities include interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings, performing wiring and mechanical integration, and ensuring products meet performance, safety, and quality standards. The role involves collaborating with design engineers and production teams to resolve technical issues, implement process improvements, and support continuous optimization of manufacturing workflows. The candidate will also document procedures, maintain production records, and assist with training and support for production personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for electro‑mechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Provide hands‑on production support for medium‑ and large‑scale power distribution and I/O control panels.
• Design electrical control panels, operator interface panels, back panels, and mechanical enclosures using AutoCAD.
• Create and maintain manufacturing drawings, wiring diagrams, assembly documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturability, reliability, product quality, and cost efficiency.
• Develop assembly procedures, work instructions, inspection criteria, and production test methods.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality, and field issues using structured root cause analysis techniques.
• Design and develop production fixtures, tooling, and test equipment to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, including IPC, MIL‑STD, ISO, NEC, UL508A, and related requirements.
• Support supplier selection, component sourcing, and technical evaluations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Minimum of five years of manufacturing experience in industrial controls, aerospace, military, rugged electronics, or similar environments.
• Hands‑on experience designing and supporting electro‑mechanical assemblies and enclosure systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical panel layouts, enclosure design, and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), signal generators, and laboratory power supplies.
• Experience designing, assembling, testing, or supporting industrial control panels and operator interface systems.
• Safe operation of shop equipment, including drill presses, band saws, circular saws, and cutoff saws.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, machining, wiring, mechanical assembly, and production testing.
• Working knowledge of NEC requirements and UL508A standards for industrial control panels.
• Experience creating and maintaining BOMs, routings, engineering change orders (ECOs), and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ruggedized or embedded electronic systems.
• Background in industrial automation, control systems, or HMI panel design.
• Familiarity with PCB assembly, electronics packaging, and circuit debugging.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC design principles and environmental requirements for military and industrial electronic systems.
• Familiarity with UL, CE, IEC 61439, and other applicable electrical safety standards.
• Knowledge of global power distribution systems and grounding practices in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Core Competencies

• Electro‑mechanical manufacturing
• Mechanical design and drafting
• Industrial control panel and enclosure design
• AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other 3D CAD software
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Engineering documentation and configuration management
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Hands‑on production and shop floor support

Performance Objectives

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Improvements in manufacturing efficiency and productivity
• Increased first‑pass yield and product quality
• On‑time production support and schedule adherence
• Reduced defects, rework, and manufacturing costs
• Successful implementation of new products into production
• Continuous improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturability and operational performance

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• General Office / Warehouse Environment, PC use
• Lifting (occasional 50 lbs or less)
• Stooping
• Standing

Additional Information

This position requires a combination of office‑based engineering work and hands‑on support within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include supporting prototype builds, production operations, testing activities, and occasional interaction.