Senior Electro-Mechanical Prototype & Test Technician

Fresh Consulting; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO

Holiday pay

401K Plan

Job summary

Fresh Consulting in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Sr. Engineering Technician for a 6-month engagement. The role focuses on assembly, testing, debugging of compact electro‑mechanical systems, including fine‑pitched soldering and small‑scale prototyping.

You will work on prototypes, manage lab space, and collaborate with vendors. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers), strong documentation skills, and a meticulous eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Soldering/reflow expertise down to 01005/QFN/BGA 300 µm pitch.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Comfortable selecting, operating, and maintaining benchtop electrical test equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Safety conscious, dependable, and positive attitude.
• Ability and interest to solve problems outside of your expertise.

Responsibilities

• Assembly, test, debug, and rework of compact electro‑mechanical systems including fine‑pitched soldering, small‑scale paste/reflow, custom cables and adapters, sub‑cm enclosures with plastic/metal/composite materials.
• Order, use, and maintain electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, and standard‑specific compliance testers.
• Develop and maintain build & debug procedures for prototypes.
• Operate and debug automated component test and data collection systems.
• Engage and manage fabrication vendors to deliver components, PCBs/PCBAs, and metal/plastic parts for prototypes.
• Manage lab space, equipment, supplies, and inventory.

Skills

Soldering

Electrical testing

Documentation

Attention to detail

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Spectrum analyzers

Test equipment maintenance

Job description

Fresh Consulting in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Sr. Engineering Technician for a 6-month engagement. The role focuses on assembly, testing, debugging of compact electro‑mechanical systems, including fine‑pitched soldering and small‑scale prototyping.

You will work on prototypes, manage lab space, and collaborate with vendors. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers), strong documentation skills, and a meticulous eye for detail.