Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $25-$30 per hour DOE

Sherpa Design is a team of mechanical and electrical engineers, designers, machinists, and additive manufacturing experts who thrive on pushing the envelope and equipping others to do the same.

Since 2001, our platform of capabilities has grown from our core expertise of product engineering to include additive manufacturing, precision machining, NX training, and Teamcenter solutions.

At this time, we are looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join us. In this role, you’ll work with several of the best-known Fortune 100 companies on innovative technologies and products.

What We Offer

At Sherpa, you’ll discover :

We hire amazingly capable people. Everyone here brings impressive technical expertise that’s a given in consulting. Beyond that, we share a way of thinking expansively and supporting each other.

It makes work exciting and enjoyable.

We keep bureaucracy in check. One of our values is act with agility. We have designed our internal systems so that you spend your energy on the work that most lights your fire.

No micromanaging, no cumbersome approval processes, just clear shared goals.

Our exposure builds experience. Because we work with so many innovative companies across industries, you can reach the equivalent of 5+ years in-house experience in just 2 years.

About this Role

As an Assembly Technician your focus will be collaborating with our team of Internal ME, EE, and production teams providing devices and tools to support next generation solutions for the AR / VR, consumer products, Defense, and many other industries.

You’ll be involved with, creating, using, and leading :

• Fine assembly of electronics, sensors & optical elements
• Handling and assembly of small electronics within enclosures
• Glue application and use of robotic glue dispensers
• Device characterization & inspection using a variety of metrology & electronics measurement equipment

Supporting data acquisition including optical benches

• Limited soldering and electrical assemblies
• Development of assembly & production fixturing
• Reviewing & updating parts for DFMA

The work is varied and rarely the same here at Sherpa. We anticipate more responsibility and advanced duties as you progress within our team.

This position requires you to be in our facility with the equipment and fellow colleagues.

Basic Qualifications

• Enjoy electronics & device assembly
• Enjoy fixture development & novel ways to assemble & measure
• Possess great troubleshooting skills
• Fine parts assembly on mm scale in clean environmentsOO
• Handling adhesives
• Basic lab bench equipment such as tweezers, air picks, etc.
• Basic computer skills
• Incoming & Outgoing quality inspection

Technical Competencies and daily duties

• Assembly of precise electronics & sensor packages
• Design & development of production, assembly & test fixturing
• Modelmaking skills using printed & cast parts
• Glue application and use of robotic glue dispensers
• Configuration & calibration using metrology & optical tools
• Able to communicate effectively regarding technical topics via conference calls, online meetings, and email communications
• Able to prioritize work and tasks to meet schedule deadlines
• Good at hand work and attention to detail
• Keep schedules up to date and foresee potential problems to ensure on-time deliveries

Success Indicators

• Ability to work collaboratively and deliver winning results in a small team environment with engineers
• Self-driven learner able to grasp complex computer / math / software concepts quickly
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word) needed
• Creative and likes to solve challenging problems
• Good communication skills, both written and oral
• Self-starter who takes initiative and manages their schedule to align with production schedules and department needs
• Works well in a team environment and thrive on collaboration
• Knowledge seeker looking to expand skillset

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time non-exempt position. We offer a competitive salary based on experience. In addition, Sherpa offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

• Paid medical / dental / vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time off
• SIMPLE IRA with match
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid parental leave
• Supplemental insurance
• Hybrid and Permanent work from home options
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development
• Employee recognition program
• Outdoor gear borrow program

Next Steps

If you share our innate curiosity about how things work and our drive to make them work better, we look forward to hearing from you! Please send us your resume and share what excites you about this role.

Important to note : Must be a US Person able to comply with US Department of State ITAR / EAR requirements for manufacturers in the government sector as a requirement for employment.

Actual candidates only; NO recruiters please

Sherpa Design seeks multiple perspectives and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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