Manufacturing Assembly Technician, Electromechanical
- San Diego, CA, United States
- POSTED 5 MONTHS AGO
About the job
Title: Manufacturing Assembly Technician (Electromechanical)
Full-time | San Diego, CA (On-site)
Build high-performance hardware used in real-world applications.
We’re hiring a hands-on technician for our San Diego based client to assemble and test precision electromechanical systems used in demanding environments. This is a shop-floor role for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, works well with tools, and cares about doing things right.
What You’ll Do
Assemble mechanical and electrical components (wiring, connectors, circuit boards, small parts) Perform soldering, wiring, and harness builds Apply coatings, adhesives, and sealants based on instructions Run functional testing and basic calibration; document results Install components into custom housings and complete final assembly Help troubleshoot and diagnose issues on returned units Support inventory organization and basic shop tasks What You Bring
3+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, machining, or similar work for electromechanical systems Strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills Experience with soldering and working with wiring/connectors, ideally 20+ AWG Ability to follow drawings, diagrams, or step-by-step instructions High attention to detail and pride in quality work Comfortable working on your feet and building things throughout the day Interest or experience with in performance motorsport, military, aerospace, R&D, and/or aircraft related is a plus. Nice to have (not required):
Experience with testing or calibration equipment Familiarity with basic data collection or test software Trade school or technical training Work Environment
On-site in a clean, organized assembly and test environment Typical schedule: 6 AM – 2 PM, 40–45 hours/week (overtime paid) Fast-paced but quality-driven Pay & Benefits
$32–$38/hour depending on experience (approx. $66-79K annual base) Overtime pay and annual performance bonus Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays This is Ideal for:
Prefers working with their hands over sitting at a desk Takes pride in precision and getting things right Is reliable, consistent, and detail-oriented Likes building real products that get used in the field