Electronics Technician

Blue Chip Talent

Irvine, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Atlassian JIRA, Automotive Technology, Documentation, Electrical Components, Electronic Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Assembly, Engineering Drawing, Functional Testing, IPC Standards, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Oscilloscope, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Professional Services, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Record Keeping, Root Cause Analysis, Shipping/Receiving, Soldering, Technical Recruiting, Test Equipment, Testing, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Irvine, CA
POSTED
Today

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with an automotive technology organization, is seeking a skilled Electronics Technician. This role is responsible for supporting electronics lab operations, performing PCB and harness modifications, conducting functional testing, and assisting with prototype and ECU assembly activities. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on electronics experience with soldering, troubleshooting, and lab test equipment.

Job Duties

  • Support receiving, shipping, and tracking of engineering lab materials and packages
  • Manage inventory of electronic components, assemblies, and kit materials for builds and rework
  • Perform PCBA modifications including soldering, de-soldering, blue wire modifications, and component rework to IPC standards
  • Build wire harnesses and cable assemblies per engineering drawings and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
  • Assemble and configure custom test equipment based on engineering diagrams and specifications
  • Conduct functional testing and validation of electronic assemblies, prototypes, and ECU modules
  • Troubleshoot failed units and identify root causes using standard electronic diagnostic equipment
  • Maintain detailed records of test results, assembly activities, and procedure updates

Skills & Experience

Required

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in electronics or engineering lab environments
  • Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience performing soldering and rework on fine-pitch ICs and 0402 components
  • Familiarity with IPC-610 Class 3 workmanship standards
  • Experience using electronic test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and electronic loads
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams, schematics, and assembly documentation
  • Experience building wire harnesses and electronic assemblies
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Desired

  • Experience supporting electric vehicle or automotive electronics programs
  • Familiarity with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools
  • Python scripting experience for lab automation or testing support
  • IPC-610, IPC-620, IPC-7711, IPC-7721, or J-STD-001 certifications
  • Experience assembling and testing ECU modules or engineering prototypes
  • Exposure to custom test fixture setup and validation activities

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning, woman-owned talent solutions provider based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth.

We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.

About the Company

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Blue Chip Talent

In a sea of “sameness,” how do you stand apart? Here at Blue Chip Talent, we live by the motto “Proactively finding the talent others cannot.” We do that in a few different ways. The biggest one? Building rock solid relationships with amazing IT, Healthcare IT and Engineering professionals (starting when they’re not actually looking for work!). We like mottos around here—they keep us focused and motivated. Another one we use frequently is “E4L.” Employees for Life. Because when you work in a “people” business, you need to focus on relationships that transcend business.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies