Electro-Optical Micro-Assembly Soldering Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Us as an Electro-Optical Micro-Assembly Soldering Technician

Bring precision, patience, and pride to complex builds that power electro-mechanical and optical products. In this role, you’ll transform detailed specifications and visual work instructions into impeccable assemblies that directly impact product quality.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble electronic and mechanical components to defined product specifications and visual work instructions.
• Perform soldering under magnification on shielded cable assemblies and fine-pitch terminations, including wires-to-host connections.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized assembly equipment to complete intricate builds.
• Apply robust quality practices to ensure every assembly is accurate, reliable, and compliant.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and observe cleanroom practices when required.
• Own the quality and accuracy of your work from start to finish.

How You’ll Work

• Reports to: Supervisor / Manager
• Interfaces with: Inter-company personnel and cross-functional partners.
• People managed: None; may informally guide or direct others as needed.
• Decision-making: Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; perform a variety of complex tasks; may lead and direct the work of others.
• Impact of error: Direct impact on product quality.

What You Bring

• Proficiency with soldering equipment, including fine-pitch work and wires-to-host terminations.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and following ESD protocols.
• Excellent knowledge of IPC-610 workmanship standards; working knowledge of IPC guidelines more broadly.
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong communication skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced setting and the creativity to solve assembly challenges.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Optics experience preferred (e.g., assemblies incorporating lenses).

Technical Proficiencies

• Soldering
• Soldering (Lead-Free, No-Clean)
• Mechanical Assembly Skills

Note on Role Flexibility

Responsibilities and tasks may evolve over time at management’s discretion as business needs change, and essential functions may be reassigned.