Engineering Electronic Technician - Strattec Security Corp.

STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our team.  Electronic Technicians perform tasks involving the building, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification and repair of electronic modules and system systems.

Successful candidates must understand safety practices of electronic modules functions and repair, electrical schematic and layout, motor and logic controls, and engineering electrical lab management. Understand and actively support the STRATTEC System Engineers/leads for product testing/verification and may lead groups in developing the electrical documentation and processes that relate to products, lab, and processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read and interpret blueprints, charts, schematics, and STRATTEC, customer or industry specifications to test and troubleshoot lab equipment and modules.

• Perform circuit modifications, soldering rework, and test verification on circuit boards.

• Operate basic machine tools (Soldering iron, Drill Press, etc.), power tools, hand tools, and soldering.
• Create and modify wiring schematics and assembly drawings of electronic Modules.
• Contribute to equipment user guides, design manuals and design standards.
• Assist with the installation of measuring equipment (ex., EMC equipment), instrumentation, test equipment, spare parts, lab inventory, electrical components, etc….

• Perform electrical and EMC tests following the test plan instructions and using various electrical lab equipment (spectrum analyzer, ESD gun, environmental chamber, power supply, signal generator etc.)
• Document test results in computer generated test reports.

• Lead the maintenance of Engineering lab equipment to maintain good operational condition by performing routine maintenance or making minor repairs or adjustments. 
• Lead the Engineering Lab 5S activities and electronic components/tools inventory.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for perceived or validated nonconforming product.

• Download software onto circuit boards using programming tools as needed for testing and customer needs.

• Aid other mechanical, electrical, quality, and system Engineers in completing assigned tasks.
• Continue ongoing training, education, and seminars to increase technical knowledge and understanding of new technology, tests, equipment, communication and organizational skills.
• Travel as necessary to support external testing activities, customer plants, and suppliers’ facilities.
• Write and follow up on purchase requisitions and/or work orders for outside testing, equipment maintenance repairs, logistics “shipping”, and general lab items.
• Lead the build of Engineering Demos of new technology to show internal and external customers

• Carry out tasks as assigned by Manager.

• Computer literacy, uses Microsoft Office Suite products to prepare reports and updates
• Ability to handle and organize multiple test projects, data, paperwork and files
• Ability to work with hand tools and basic machines to alter or create parts;  must have mechanical aptitude to work with tools in tearing down product assemblies
• Perform basic calculations to analyze designs and solve problems
• Strong background in practical electronics, electronic test equipment and troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot to determine nature or cause of defects or malfunctions with electronic modules, test equipment or test setup
• Self-sufficient / self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Team player

BEHAVIORAL/VALUES CHARACTERISTICS:

• Strong personal work ethic and is highly motivated.
• Team oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, inquisitive.
• Resourceful, hands-on, problem solving individual with initiative and drive to work around technical obstacles.
• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate handling of confidential information.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (AS) from two-year College or university; with 5+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Certification in: Electronic test procedures, Facilities Maintenance, Automation Systems Technology, Maintenance Technician or Industrial Maintenance Technician a plus. Lead Technician for more than one product category

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action to recruit, hire, train, upgrade, transfer and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.