Electrical Engineering Technician

Aquent is proud to partner with a pioneering company at the forefront of autonomous technology to find a dedicated professional who will directly shape the validation of groundbreaking autonomous systems. In this pivotal role, you will have a profound impact by building and maintaining the essential physical infrastructure that underpins advanced sensor emulation and test environments, ensuring the safety and reliability of next-generation mobility. Join a team where your hands-on expertise translates directly into safer, smarter autonomous vehicles on the road.

The Opportunity

As a key contributor to our engineering team, you will take ownership of vital lab operations and drive the physical setup of advanced hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches. Your technical expertise, from crafting intricate wiring harnesses to racking sophisticated network and compute assets, will ensure the robust performance of cutting-edge automotive systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment, solve complex hardware challenges, and make a tangible impact on the future of autonomous technology.

What You Will Do

• Design and construct precision wiring harnesses for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches and rack builds, translating schematics into detailed pinout diagrams.
• Select appropriate connectors, wire gauges, and shielding for optimal signal integrity and durability, while cutting, stripping, crimping, terminating, and thoroughly testing each harness for continuity and correct pinout.
• Execute the racking, stacking, and wiring of critical test assets, installing compute nodes, network switches, and power units according to precise layout diagrams.
• Manage comprehensive day-to-day lab operations, including kitting and staging parts for upcoming builds, maintaining accurate inventory of consumables, tracking asset tags, and rigorously enforcing ESD and electrical safety protocols.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware faults, troubleshooting issues such as faulty cables, failed power supply units (PSUs), and loose connections in collaboration with test and validation engineers.
• Maintain up-to-date build documentation, including pinout tables, Bills of Materials (BOMs), wiring diagrams, rack elevations, and comprehensive build documentation with revision history.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a lab, bench technician, or data center hardware role, complemented by an associate's degree or vocational/technical certification in electronics or electromechanical technology (equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered).
• Proven expertise in wiring harness design and construction, including the ability to create and interpret wiring diagrams, select appropriate connectors, and proficiently crimp/terminate automotive-grade connectors (e.g., Molex, Amphenol, Rosenberger).
• Demonstrated experience in racking and cabling servers and network equipment, encompassing structured cabling, effective cable management, and power distribution from rack elevation drawings.
• A strong track record of successfully managing or maintaining a lab, test floor, or hardware stockroom, including kitting builds and managing parts inventory.
• Proficiency with a range of hand tools, torque tools, crimpers, and essential bench equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• Solid working knowledge of AC/DC electrical safety principles and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) handling best practices.
• Ability to lift and safely move rack equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Direct experience with automotive Electronic Control Units (ECUs), embedded systems, or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches.
• Proficiency in board-level Surface Mount Technology (SMT) rework, including components down to 0402 (and occasionally 0201), as well as Ball Grid Array (BGA) rework.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or equivalent training demonstrating expertise in harness workmanship standards.
• Familiarity with harness design/CAD tools, 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA, and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platforms.
• Comfort with the Linux command line for basic host verification (e.g., ping, SSH, checking service status) and foundational scripting skills (e.g., Python/Bash) for executing simple bring-up or test scripts.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and technology with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued.