Electronics Engineering Technician

Banks Power is seeking an Electronic Engineering Technician with automotive experience.  Responsibilities will include performing a variety of tests, building, repairing, and modifying developmental electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems.

Successful candidate will:

  • Assemble SMT (Surface-Mount Technology) and thru-hole printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) using industry-standard/proper soldering and re-work techniques.
  • Design, document (using Altium/Protel and/or OrCAD CAD software), assemble and test electrical wiring harnesses for prototype and production electronic products.
  • Generate schematic diagrams and perform printed circuit board (PCB) layouts of prototype and production electronic designs using Altium/Protel and/or OrCAD CAD software.
  • Troubleshoot/diagnose electronic circuitry down to the component level using test equipment (oscilloscopes, VOMs, signal generators, etc…), schematic circuit diagrams and component data sheets. Repair diagnosed circuitry using thru-hole and SMD (surface-mount-device) re-work/soldering equipment and observing industry-standard ESD-preventive procedures.
  • Analyze manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to locate and define electrical/electronic signals in vehicles. Utilize test equipment including oscilloscope and VOM for characterizing and documenting those same electrical/electronic signals.
  • Set up standard test apparatus or devise test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests used to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model; analyze and interpret test data.
  • Perform installation of prototypes, pre-production systems and sub-systems for evaluation. Check functioning of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
  • Write technical reports and develop charts, graphs, and schematics to describe and illustrate system’s operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations.
  • Adjust, calibrate, align, and modify circuitry and components and record effects on unit performance using data logging equipment.
  • Discuss layout and assembly procedures with Engineers to clarify design details and functional criteria of electronic units.
  • Organize, maintain and track stock levels of prototype parts inventory.
  • Understand business implications of decisions and align work with corporate strategic goals. Have the ability to deal with and manage changing demands and priorities effectively and develop alternative solutions; demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles. Maintain confidentiality; ensure the professional and courteous atmosphere in the Engineering department at all times and maintain a positive and professional demeanor.