Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Engineering Technician Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 $65,000

• $90,000 a year
• Full-time $65,000
• $90,000 a year
• Full-time Earth Science Systems, LLC (ESS) has an immediate full-time opening for a skilled technician to support prototyping and commercial manufacturing of geophysical instrumentation.

ESS is a small engineering company focused on research, development, and instrumentation for infrastructure and subsurface directional drilling applications. This role is hands-on and multidisciplinary. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both mechanical and electronic systems and can independently assemble and test complex production hardware. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with a small interdisciplinary team of electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to build and support geophysical instruments Assemble products from mechanical drawings and bills of materials with minimal supervision after initial training Integrate and assemble electronic hardware, including cable harnessing, connectors, and subsystems Fabricate prototype components, fixtures, and test setups without complete CAD documentation Read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics for production efforts Perform basic electrical debugging, including voltage checks, signal tracing, and physical inspection Use tools such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes Operate shop equipment including drills, drill press, band saw, small mill, grinder, and other hand tools Support inventory tracking, ERP/MRP usage, and material coordination Order and track components from vendors based on bills of materials Communicate with vendors regarding order status and resolve supply issues Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment Required Skills and Experience Strong mechanical and electronic assembly skills Proficiency in soldering, crimping, and cable assembly Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and schematics Hands-on experience with prototyping and fabrication Familiarity with electronic test equipment Solid computer skills and ability to work within ERP/MRP systems Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, small-team light manufacturing environment Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Comfortable bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and working around shop equipment Minimum Qualifications U.S. Citizenship required (no dual citizenship) Associate degree or equivalent technical experience 7+ years of relevant hands-on experience Strong professional references Reliable transportation and consistent attendance Local candidates only Benefits 100% employer-paid family medical insurance Employer-paid dental insurance Company-paid disability plan 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and parental leave Hourly compensation To learn more about ESS, visit: https://www.earthsciencesystems.com/

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00

• $90,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Are you a US Citizen (without Dual Citizenship)?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 (Required)

Work Location:

In person