Garmin · 11 hours ago
Engineering Technician 2
Cary, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expGarmin is a leading technology company specializing in GPS and wearable technology. The Engineering Technician 2 will be responsible for building, testing, troubleshooting, and modifying developmental and production equipment and systems while ensuring adherence to standards and procedures.
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Responsibilities
Perform simple troubleshooting with minimal input from engineering
Operate more advanced lab test equipment and tools to test and troubleshoot test failures
Troubleshoot more advanced test failures and isolate between test setup and equipment failures
Set-up, run, and complete detailed qualification test plans and provide detailed test reports independently
Set up and execute test plans as documented and provide detailed/error free test reports
Check and/or test functionality of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions
Write technical reports, including documentation of the test setup and block diagrams, to fully document test results and analysis
Work with various computer systems and programs to perform various clerical functions, including entering bills of materials, and completing purchase orders
Recommend design improvements and changes in assembly methods to improve reliability or simplify assembly and maintenance and learn more advanced hardware modifications
Track lab equipment and coordinate with the Calibration Lab to ensure equipment calibration compliance
General lab Maintenance and planning
Reference and interpret design standards and procedures
Clearly document basic test setups, testing performed, and testing results in an organized manner
Complete tasks with a balanced approach to quality and quantity
Work collaboratively and professionally in a team environment with other Garmin associates to achieve goals including sharing ideas and information freely and positively
Demonstrate a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities and develop solutions in a timely manner
Identify and resolve problems of basic scope using proper engineering tools and techniques
Understand Garmin’s Mission Statement, Vision, Values, and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibit a desire to see Garmin succeed
Partner with Design Engineers through reading schematics, understanding and debugging basic circuits to the component level
Understand/apply system interconnects and wiring practices and can diagnose and correct connection and wiring problems and/or create system wiring diagrams with assistance
Perform component level debugging with minimal oversight
Able to operate more advanced lab test equipment such as PCB milling machines, multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzer, and logic analyzers
Perform Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and unit modifications including adjusting, calibrating, aligning, and/or modifying circuitry and components and record effects on unit performance and learn skills for handling more difficult hardware modifications
Prepare and execute electrical rework and software updates on lab prototypes
Recommend design improvements and changes in basic circuitry
Independently prepare units and conduct environmental and performance tests such as shock, temperature, and waterproofness
Build moderately complex prototypes and test fixtures for mechanical assemblies
Troubleshoot moderately complex mechanical systems
Maintain, stock, and clean equipment and tools for the department and lab as assigned, and perform or coordinate moderately complex troubleshooting and repair activities as needed
Able to perform moderately complex CAD support tasks
Design and construct basic test fixtures
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a substantially similar field OR electronics related Military training OR completion of a minimum of 80 hours towards a BS degree in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or substantially related field OR current ISCET certification or related certification AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience in addition to any one of the above education options OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with ability to effectively apply learned knowledge
For internal associates, demonstrated mastery of the responsibilities of the Engineering Technician 1 role
Demonstrated ability to apply test processes and methods to verify design and products performance
Understands basic test plans and procedures including FCC, CE, and live GPS testing
Demonstrated ability to reference and interpret design standards and procedures
Demonstrated ability to perform simple troubleshooting with minimal input
Demonstrated ability to execute product test plans as documented
Proficiency working with MS Office Suite, specifically Word & Excel
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must exhibit professionalism, be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
Excellent time management and follow-up skills
Highly Organized
Zeal for learning
Drive to find opportunity to improve engineering resources, testing, and systems to support engineering efficiency
Must possess the ability to: bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. and team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; push/pull test equipment on wheeled, movable racks of up to 400 lbs.; stand for extended periods of time, climb and utilize ladders to connect cables; and walk long distances throughout the facility
Preferred
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5 as a general rule)
Mechanical prototyping skills
Test software development experience
Experience with mechanical measurements and inspection tools
Benefits
Garmin's benefit program
Company
Garmin
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