Electronics Lab Technician

RTC masters
Rolling Meadows, IL , US
Full-time

Job Overview Works directly with Senior Electrical Engineers to assist in developing of new designs and solutions. This role will be required to be onsite in our Rolling Meadows office on a daily basis.

General Responsibilities

  • Assemble prototype circuit boards and wire assemblies
  • Work with Senior Electrical Engineer to test and evaluate prototypes and samples.
  • Provide general technical support to individuals both in and out of the technology department
  • Perform testing of engineering samples and prototypes and prepare reports of the results suitable for internal and customer presentations.
  • Perform other basic organizational lab duties and maintenance
  • Utilize project management tools and techniques to organize and document work, including Gantt charts, JIRA, Confluence, and other appropriate tools

Technical Experience

  • Ability to hand assemble wire harnesses and use supplied engineering drawings to verify functionality and compatibility
  • Ability to use a digital multimeter for basic functionality checks and testing
  • Ability to use soldering tools for circuit board assembly, place small components using tweezers and magnifying equipment to verify quality placement
  • Familiarity with Altium PCB design software
  • Ability to understand circuit designs, schematics, circuit calculations, and component specifications

General Skills and Experience

  • Familiarity with 2D CAD for Illustrating wiring diagrams and cable assemblies
  • Experience with general testing / measurement techniques for electronics and photometric performance
  • Competent in technical reports and specification writing with minimal supervision / guidance
  • Work independently in problem solving & analysis applying standard engineering techniques
  • Display discipline to fully document problem statements, observations, conclusions, calculations, and recommendations, as well as sound problem-solving skills

Qualifications

  • Education Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or other relevant experience
  • Experience - Requires a minimum of 2-3 years of experience

RTC is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical), and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, religion or any other basis prohibited by law.

About RTC

RTC focuses on continual improvement, evolving our capabilities, and reinvesting in our business to deliver higher-performing solutions for our clients.

Brands and retailers require more strategic thinking on the shopper experience, higher levels of innovation, a more effective process for managing customer-specific requirements, access to a broader array of manufactured solutions, and the capability to orchestrate a broader and more complex supply chain. Learn more at .

Why should you consider a career at RTC?

Benefits

  • 401(K) Plan with company match (we also offer a Roth option)!
  • Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
  • Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
  • Flexible Spending for Health and / or Dependent Care
  • Commuter Transit benefit
  • Critical illness benefit
  • Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
  • 2 weeks of paid Parental Leave
  • 16 PTO Days (full year)
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance

Perks

  • Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2 : 30 every Friday (year-round!)
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company-sponsored volunteer events.

Wellness

  • PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
  • Work / Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
  • Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
  • Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location.
  • Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.

Career Development & Training

We encourage your professional growth and development. We offer mentors with deep industry experience, and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.

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