Engineering Technician - Electrical

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and support electromechanical robotic systems and products
• Support first prototype builds and early engineering development, transitioning to pilot builds
• Perform electrical assembly including soldering, cable harnessing, electronics assembly, and enclosure assembly
• Build cable harnesses and assist with cable drawings, documentation, and build notes
• Work from technical drawings and schematics in Altium, SolidWorks, and CAD models
• Provide feedback for design improvements and develop first-draft assembly processes
• Use electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, benchtop power supplies, and multimeters

Requirements

• Experience with PCB rework and cable assembly
• Knowledge of IPC standards for soldering, cable assembly, and PCB workmanship
• Hands-on electromechanical build experience with strong troubleshooting ability
• Ability to document builds, troubleshooting steps, and repair findings
• CAD experience
• Ability to lift more than 40 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• IPC certification or interest in becoming a Certified IPC Trainer
• Strong ability to work as part of a cross-disciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally for testing, installation, or customer-facing work

Benefits

• UPMC health coverage with FSA or HSA options
• Comprehensive dental, vision, and life insurance
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with employer match
• Free catered lunch every day with a vegan option
• Free on-site parking
• 31 days of PTO including holidays
• Comp time for company travel
• Three weeks of fully paid parental leave

About the Company

Carnegie Robotics partners with industry leaders to design, build, and deploy hardened robotic solutions for complex real-world problems spanning floor care, marine systems, logistics, industrial inspection, precision positioning, mining, off-road autonomy, and minesweeping.