Senior Electronics Technician: Prototyping & Repair

KOSTAL of America, Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

KOSTAL of America, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented electronics technician to support the design, assembly, testing and repair of electronic products and prototypes.

This role relies on strong soldering and fault-finding skills and requires collaboration with engineers, interns and team members. The ideal candidate will handle multiple projects, maintain lab organization, and participate in improvements to designs and processes; prior experience with SAP or similar inventory systems is

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience soldering/desoldering through-hole, SMT, wire harness, and microprocessor components.
• Strong experience troubleshooting, repairing, and testing electronic and electromechanical devices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with emphasis on lab cleanliness.
• Professional communication skills (verbal, written, phone, email).
• Define and enforce lab procedures and basic work order details to proceed with jobs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to train junior technicians in soldering/desoldering techniques.
• Proficiency with computer-based systems; familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced soldering and desoldering on through-hole, SMT, wire harness, and microprocessor components.
• Troubleshoot embedded electronic systems and diagnose issues efficiently.
• Support and coordinate the work of interns while managing multiple assignments.
• Design, assemble, and test electrical components for customer products and prototypes per instructions.
• Assist engineers with development and implementation of new designs.
• Source parts, maintain inventory for test fixtures and repairs.
• Test electronic units and analyze results to guide adjustments or repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe lab environment.
• Perform additional shop and technical support duties as assigned.

Skills

Soldering/Desoldering

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Lab organization

Communication

Mentoring

Independent work

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Military 2M certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

SAP

Job description

KOSTAL of America, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented electronics technician to support the design, assembly, testing and repair of electronic products and prototypes.

This role relies on strong soldering and fault-finding skills and requires collaboration with engineers, interns and team members. The ideal candidate will handle multiple projects, maintain lab organization, and participate in improvements to designs and processes; prior experience with SAP or similar inventory systems is