Engineering Technician - III at Good Harbor Group in Emeryville, CA

Project description:

· Our client is looking for an engineering tech III to scale the team against RAC goals for 2026 and 2027. They have multiple large customers in the pipeline being scoped and recently signed a $47M deal with the government that will require them to deliver a 100 RAC system’s over the next year and a half. Additionally, they are aiming to deliver more RACs to drydock and marketing events as they scale to the target of 50 RACs per quarter over the next couple of years.

· The Engineering Technician III will help with mechanical assembly for their new automated racking system. 80% of this role will be mechanical assembly, a lot of cabling and working with hand tools. 20% will be electromechanical assembly with some documentation.

· Team Breakdown: Sr. Engineering Manager, 6 Design Engineers, 2 Technicians, Software Team, & Support Team. About 50-60 people total.

Consultants day-to-day responsibilities:

· Contribute to complex designs and build infrastructure for automating high-throughput lab processes

· Assist in the design, assembly, and integration of automated lab systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software components.

· Perform rigorous testing of automated systems, diagnose issues, and implement solutions to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

· Maintain detailed records of designs, modifications, testing procedures, and outcomes. Prepare technical reports and user manuals for automated systems.

· Provide ongoing maintenance for deployed automation systems, including troubleshooting and repairing as needed.

· Identify opportunities for improving lab automation processes and contribute to the design and implementation of enhancements.

· Work closely with engineers, scientists, and other stakeholders to understand lab requirements and ensure automation solutions align with project goals.

Required Skills:

· 3–5+ years of hands-on experience assembling large, complex mechanical equipment or structures

o Specifically equipment ranging from desktop-sized instrumentation to structures approximately 2–10 feet in size

· Experience assembling CNC-machined parts, bent sheet metal and welded structures using larger fasteners

· Experience using hand and power tools, including screwdrivers, socket wrenches, Allen sets, torque wrenches and saws

· Ability to read 2D assembly drawings, follow work instructions and work from a bill of materials

· Experience working with design engineers to identify and communicate assembly, fit or design issues

· Experience documenting assembly processes, changes and completed work

· Experience using a PLM or inventory management system to track and control parts

· Genuine interest in continuing hands-on mechanical assembly work

Pay: $35.00 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training

Work Location: In person