Job Title: Cable Technician/Engineering Support

Location: Onsite - Boulder, CO

Type: Full-Time, Contract

Job Summary

The Cable Technician/Engineering Support is a contract position within the R+D Hardware Engineering team in Analytical Instruments. In this role, you will design and assemble cables to support research projects and new product development for launching new analytical instrumentation. This position is full-time and onsite in Boulder, CO.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and update cable designs and bills of materials (BOMs) through the creation of detailed drawings

• Support prototyping capabilities through cable assembly

• Identify and source cable components such as connectors and wiring

• Support prototyping and testing capabilities by providing basic electrical system design and assembly (e.g., powering test fixtures)

• Collaborate with R+D engineers on cable designs for research, development, and new product introduction projects

• Coordinate with R+D engineers; troubleshoot cabling issues within instrumentation; and release designs to production using Engineering Change Orders and a Configuration Management process

• Communicate schedules, milestones, and project status to cross-functional teams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Required

• Solid technical background with a basic understanding of electronics

• Experience using soldering and crimp tools for cable assembly

• Familiarity with component selection and procurement processes

• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on troubleshooting approach when working in the lab during cable assembly and system-level hardware integration

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within larger cross-functional teams

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics

• Comfortable using hand tools in a lab environment

Preferred Skills

• IPC 620 certification

• Experience with Microsoft Visio

• Experience with Altium

Key Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal skills with an emphasis on engagement, teamwork, and a positive attitude

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, identify problems, formulate solutions, and manage priorities with minimal oversight

• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail, time management, and multi-tasking

• Meticulous, with a keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality deliverables

• Enjoys collaborating to develop solutions to technical challenges

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Electronics Technology or Electronics Engineering, or higher

Required Experience:

• At least one year of experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment involving soldering and assembly

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