Location: Oak Brook, Onsite (occasional remote flexibility) Contract Length: Through December 2026, with potential for full-time conversion
Compensation: $30-$35/hr
Position Summary
We're seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to support our Electrical and Firmware Engineering team in a fast-paced product development environment. This is a hands-on role focused on prototype builds, troubleshooting, testing, and board rework while working closely with engineers throughout the development process.
Responsibilities
Perform fine-pitch soldering, PCB modifications, and circuit board rework
Support Electrical and Firmware Engineers with product development activities
Conduct RF, thermal, and power supply testing
Load and update firmware on development hardware
Troubleshoot electronic assemblies, prototypes, and circuit boards
Order components, equipment, and engineering lab supplies
Maintain organization and cleanliness of shared lab spaces
Support and promote 6S workplace standards
Document findings and communicate results to engineering teams
Qualifications
5+ years of experience as an Electronics Technician, Electrical Engineering Technician, or similar role
Strong fine-pitch soldering and PCB rework experience
Experience troubleshooting electronic hardware and prototypes
Experience working directly with Electrical and/or Firmware Engineers
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an R&D or product development environment
Experience with RF, thermal, or power testing
Experience supporting embedded systems and firmware updates
We value hands-on experience and technical capability. Candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered regardless of educational background.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Oak Brook, IL
Industry
Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary
$30–$35 Per Hour
Company Size
500 to 999 employees
Year Founded
1969
Website
http://www.sterling-engineering.com
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
Skills
Computer Firmwareunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electronicsunmatched
Electronics Assemblyunmatched
Embedded Systemsunmatched
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Laboratory Equipmentunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Printed Circuit Board (PCB)unmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product Developmentunmatched
Prototypingunmatched
Radio Frequencyunmatched
Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
Solderingunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Systems Maintenanceunmatched
Testingunmatched
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