Senior Electromechanical Tech - Prototyping & Troubleshooting

Cohu, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohu, Inc. is seeking an Electromechanical Technician based in San Diego, California. This role involves maintaining lab operations, troubleshooting, and providing training to junior technicians. Candidates are expected to have at least ten years of relevant experience, knowledge of engineering drawings, electronics theory, and proficiency in software testing and various technical tools.

The position may require domestic and international travel, and candidates should be comfortable working in lab conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ experience as an electromechanical technician or engineering technician.
• Ability to communicate technical information to others in an on-the-job training situation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain handlers in the Engineering Lab including area clean-up.
• Build prototype systems and report defects.
• Troubleshoot to component level.
• Provide training and technical assistance to lower-level Engineering Techs.
• Modify fabricated parts from redlined drawings.

Skills

Knowledge of engineering drawings

Electronics theory

Thermal controls

PCB soldering and rework

Electronic components sourcing

Software testing/debugging

Communication skills

Computer literacy in MS Office

SolidWorks knowledge

AutoCAD knowledge

Education

Associates degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Meters

Data collection equipment

Hand tools

Pneumatic valves

Cylinders

Job description

Cohu, Inc. is seeking an Electromechanical Technician based in San Diego, California. This role involves maintaining lab operations, troubleshooting, and providing training to junior technicians. Candidates are expected to have at least ten years of relevant experience, knowledge of engineering drawings, electronics theory, and proficiency in software testing and various technical tools.

The position may require domestic and international travel, and candidates should be comfortable working in lab conditions.